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The Matryoshka technique in percutaneous nephrolithotomy
Objective: Miniaturized percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) reduces the risk of haemorrhagic complications, but the limited field of work represents a drawback. To obtain the best outcomes, the percutaneous access size should be intraoperatively tailored.
Zanetti S. P.+7 more
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Innovations in percutaneous nephrolithotomy
Technical innovations in all aspects of percutaneous nephrolithotomy have changed the field considerably. The current review is aimed at reporting on the most recent advancements in the field of percutaneous nephrolithotomy. Improvements in CT imaging and the possibility of 3D rendering have dethroned the intravenous pyelogram as gold standard for pre ...
Thomas Tailly, John Denstedt
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Hydrocalyx is a dilated renal calyx due to obstruction of the infundibulum and a rare complication after percutaneous nephrolithotomy. We present a 22-year-old girl with hydrocalyx who had following percutaneous nephrolithotomy and its management.
Abbas Basiri+6 more
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Evaluation of a Virtual Reality Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) Surgical Simulator
Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy is the standard surgical procedure used to remove large kidney stones. PCNL procedures have a steep learning curve; a physician needs to complete between 36 and 60 procedures, to achieve clinical proficiency.
B. Sainsbury+10 more
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How to Do a Bedside Methylene Blue Nephrostogram to Confirm Ureteral Patency Following PCNL
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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Training the resident in percutaneous nephrolithotomy [PDF]
From the trainers' perspective percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is one of the most challenging endourological procedures. In this review we examine the problems arising when training residents in PCNL, and how to facilitate this process.The recommendations are derived from discussions and consensus during the First European Urolithiasis Society ...
Ather, Muhammad Hammad+3 more
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Objective: To determine the risk of post-operative hydrothorax in supra-12th rib versus infra-12th rib access in prone Mini Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy. Study Design: Quasi-experimental study. Place and Duration of Study: Armed Forces Institutes of
Sajjad Khan+5 more
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Prediction of Infectious Complications after Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy
Introduction: Post-operative infection is one of the most common and potentially life-threatening complications following percutaneous nephrolithotomy, ranging from Systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) to severe sepsis. It is reported to be the
Raj Kumar Chhetri+2 more
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Retrocaval ureter is a rare disease associated with abnormal embryonic development. Here, we describe a patient who exhibited retrocaval ureter complicated by renal and ureteral calculi, which were treated by percutaneous nephrolithotomy combined with ...
Yongjin Yang+6 more
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Introduction: Percutaneous nephrolithotomy has the highest stone free rate among other procedures with relatively higher complication rate. Post-operative imaging after stone surgeries has not been uniform.
Chitaranjan Shah+6 more
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