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Relevant experimental, translational and clinical studies examining UUT physiology, tissue injury and biological responses to ureteroscopy, percutaneous nephrolithotomy, irrigation and intrarenal pressure, laser lithotripsy, suction\u2010assisted technologies, intracavitary therapies and ureteral stents were considered.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The UUT is a biologically active organ whose function depends on coordinated peristalsis, urothelial barrier integrity, pressure regulation and preserved tissue perfusion. Contemporary endourological procedures expose the UUT to interacting mechanical, pressure\u2010related, parenchymal, thermal and chemical stressors that may influence urothelial permeability, intrarenal backflow, inflammation, tissue repair and fibrosis. Tissue tolerance appears to vary considerably between individuals and may be influenced by factors including hydronephrosis, collecting\u2010system compliance and papillary morphology. Despite these biological effects, current outcome assessment remains predominantly focused on technical success, while physiological and biological safety endpoints remain poorly defined.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Future advances in endourology should integrate physiological and biological outcome measures alongside traditional surgical metrics. 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