Stent related symptoms (SRSs) comprise of complaints such as irritative symptoms, sense of incomplete emptying, flank and suprapubic pain, and incontinence. Mechanical irritation of trigone, urinary reflux, and stent movement are plausible causes for SRSs.
Alpha-blockers are the primary medications for ureteral stent-related symptoms. These medications are suggested to patients by the American Urological Association (AUA)/Endourological Society guideline to reduce stent-related symptoms with moderate recommendation. Nevertheless, there are many side effects associated with alpha-blockers such as dizziness, headache, and orthostatic hypotension