Abstract：Thulium fibre, known as the latest laser technology, has its potential in efficient stone ablation. This article introduces thulium fibre lithotripsy in following aspects： the safety and efficacy in lithotripsy, and summarizes the advances and its potential clinical application in stone ablation.
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