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Peditrol – Precision Foot-Controlled Endourology Irrigation: In-Depth Overview

In the specialized field of endourology, precision and control during irrigation are vital for patient safety and procedural success. Recognizing the unique demands of ureteroscopy and other delicate endourological interventions, Wismed developed the Peditrol system—a foot-operated irrigation solution designed to revolutionize fluid management by putting control directly in the surgeon’s hands, or rather, at their feet.

The Critical Role of Irrigation Control in Endourology

Endourological procedures demand a clear visual field for safe navigation and manipulation within the urinary tract. Continuous irrigation flushes out blood, stone fragments, and debris, ensuring unobstructed views through the endoscope. However, improper irrigation can lead to elevated intrarenal pressure, which poses risks such as pyelovenous backflow, infection, sepsis, and postoperative pain.

Managing irrigation volume and pressure in real-time is therefore crucial. The Peditrol system addresses these challenges by allowing surgeons to deliver precisely measured fluid boluses without removing their hands from essential instruments or the endoscope.

Foot-Controlled Precision for Enhanced Surgical Workflow

The hallmark feature of the Peditrol system is its intuitive foot pedal control. This design frees the surgeon’s hands during procedures, enabling them to focus fully on complex tasks such as stone fragmentation, laser lithotripsy, or tissue manipulation. The pedal provides responsive, easy-to-use control over irrigation volumes, translating subtle foot movements into precise fluid delivery.

Peditrol delivers boluses as small as 2.7 mL, enabling highly controlled irrigation that minimizes sudden pressure spikes. This fine-grained control is critical in preventing pyelovenous backflow—where fluid under high pressure reverses into the venous system, risking systemic infection. The ability to apply intermittent irrigation boluses also helps maintain optimal drainage time between flushes, promoting safe pressure equilibration.

Optimizing Visualization While Prioritizing Safety

Clear visualization is paramount in endourology, where millimeter-level precision can dictate outcomes. The Peditrol system’s intermittent irrigation approach ensures that the surgical field remains clear of blood and debris without overwhelming the renal collecting system with excess fluid.

The measured boluses provide a balance between continuous fluid flow and pressure safety. This is particularly beneficial during prolonged ureteroscopy or percutaneous procedures where excessive irrigation can cause renal damage or increase postoperative morbidity.

By delivering irrigation on demand, the Peditrol system supports a smoother procedural flow and reduces interruptions caused by over- or under-irrigation. Surgeons gain confidence that their irrigation strategy will neither compromise visibility nor patient safety.

Durability and Design Excellence

Wismed designed the Peditrol system with surgical environments in mind. The foot pedal is built to withstand continuous use in high-pressure settings, delivering reliable performance throughout lengthy procedures. Its ergonomic design minimizes foot fatigue and allows intuitive control without distracting from the surgical workflow.

This robustness, combined with precise fluid delivery capabilities, makes Peditrol an essential tool for any endourology practice focused on clinical excellence.

Clinical Applications and Benefits

The Peditrol system excels in:

Ureteroscopy: Enabling surgeons to manage irrigation flow while performing complex stone removal or diagnostic interventions.
Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL): Allowing precise irrigation boluses to clear stone debris and maintain low renal pressures.
Laser Lithotripsy: Supporting controlled irrigation to optimize laser efficiency and reduce heat-related tissue injury.

Surgeons using Peditrol report enhanced procedural control, reduced complications related to irrigation pressure, and improved patient comfort post-operation.

Summary: Elevating Endourology Irrigation Through Foot-Controlled Precision

Wismed’s Peditrol system brings a new level of precision and ease to endourology irrigation. By placing irrigation control at the surgeon’s feet, it liberates the hands for critical procedural tasks and enables fine-tuned fluid management. Its ability to deliver small, controlled boluses ensures patient safety, reduces intrarenal pressure risks, and maintains exceptional visualization—making it a transformative device in modern endourological surgery.