Prospective randomized comparison of a combined ultrasonic and pneumatic lithotrite with a standard ultrasonic lithotrite for percutaneous nephrolithotomy [PDF]
, 2008 PURPOSE: To compare the efficiency and cost effectiveness of a combined pneumatic and ultrasonic lithotrite (Lithoclast Ultra) and a standard ultrasonic lithotrite, (LUS-1) during percutaneous nephrolithotomy.
Best, Sara +6 more
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A Survey Regarding Preference in the Management of Bilateral Stone Disease and a Comparison of Clavien Complication Rates in Bilateral vs Unilateral Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy [PDF]
, 2017 Objective To discuss complications of simultaneous bilateral percutaneous nephrolithotomy (SB-PCNL) when compared with unilateral percutaneous nephrolithotomy and survey surgeon preference in bilateral stone disease management. Patients and Methods
Bhojani, Naeem +6 more
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How to Do a Bedside Methylene Blue Nephrostogram to Confirm Ureteral Patency Following PCNL
ANZ Journal of Surgery, EarlyView.This article introduces the bedside methylene blue nephrostogram (BMBN) as a rapid, cost‐effective alternative to traditional imaging for confirming ureteral patency post‐percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL). The study details the procedure, supported by case studies, demonstrating its potential to expedite patient discharge, reduce hospital stays, and ...
Paul M. Rival +5 more
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Complications of percutaneous nephrolithotomy as treatment for staghorn renal stone
Revista Cubana de Medicina Militar, 2021 Introduction: Percutaneous nephrolithotomy is the first therapeutic option for staghorn kidney stones. Objective: To characterize patients with complications of percutaneous nephrolithotomy for the treatment of staghorn renal lithiasis.
Mariano Castillo Rodríguez +5 more
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Asian Journal of Urology, 2018 Miniaturized percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) procedures have gained increased popularity in recent years. They aim to reduce percutaneous tract size in order to lower complication rates, while maintaining high stone-free rates. Recently, miniaturized
Guohua Zeng, Wei Zhu, Wayne Lam
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Direct in‐scope suction (DISS) ureteroscopy: techniques, outcomes and future directions
BJU International, EarlyView.Objective To provide an overview of direct in‐scope suction (DISS) ureteroscopy, an emerging technology that integrates suction directly into the ureteroscope with the aim of enhancing stone clearance, improving visualisation, and reducing intrarenal pressure during ureteroscopic stone surgery.
Parth U. Patel +6 more
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A study of standard versus tubeless percutaneous nephrolithotomy: Our institutional experience
Asian Journal of Medical Sciences, 2023 Background: Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is considered to be the standard procedure in patients with large renal calculus. The purpose of this study is to analyze the evidence-based literature regarding the “nephrostomy-free” or “tubeless” PCNL ...
Rajkumar Ramakrishnan +5 more
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Fiiberureterorenoskoopia neerukivitõve ravis [PDF]
, 2009 Neerukivitõve ravis on kogu arenenud maailmas juhtival kohal endoskoopiline ja väheinvasiivne kirurgia. Peamisteks tänapäevasteks ravimeetoditeks on kehaväline kivipurustus, perkutaanne nefroskoopia ja ureterorenoskoopia, mis Eesti Uroloogide Seltsi ...
Baum, Peep
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International Journal of Urology, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Objective Catheter‐related bladder discomfort (CRBD) is a common postoperative complication following urological procedures, causing significant distress and reducing patient satisfaction. Although pharmacological interventions have been investigated, a more definitive approach is warranted.
Kohei Kobatake +10 more
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Factors affecting fluoroscopy time during percutaneous nephrolithotomy: Impact of stone volume distribution in renal collecting system [PDF]
International Brazilian Journal of Urology, 2019 Purpose: To identify the factors increased fluoroscopy time during percutaneous nephrolithotomy and investigate the relationship between the 3D segmentation volume ratio of stone to renal collecting system and fluoroscopy time.
Sait Özbir +6 more
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