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Ureterscopic intervention or placing a ________can be used for stones >10mm.

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Ureterscopic intervention or placing a stent can be used for stones >10mm.

Step-by-step explanation:

A stone greater than 10mm in size can be treated with ureterscopic intervention or by placing a stent in the ureter.

Ureterscopic intervention is a minimally invasive procedure in which a thin tube with a camera is inserted through the urethra and bladder to the ureter, allowing the doctor to visualize and remove the stone.

Alternatively, a stent can be placed in the ureter to expand it and allow both urine and the stone to pass.

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