Mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy.

Abstract

Standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy is highly effective for the removal of renal calculi. However, significant morbidity has been associated with this procedure. Consequently, many urologists inappropriately defer to a less effective procedure to reduce patient morbidity. This practice may increase the total number of procedures needed for treatment and result in a substantial increase in health care costs. Mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy using a 13F ureteroscopy sheath is described to reduce the morbidity associated with standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy while maintaining its efficiency and effectiveness for stone removal. The indications and technique for mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy and our results are summarized.

• Authors: D Y Chan, T W Jarrett
• Journal: Journal of endourology (J Endourol) Vol. 14 Issue 3 Pg. 269-72; discussion 272-3 (Apr 2000) ISSN: 0892-7790 [Print] United States
• PMID: 10795617 (Publication Type: Journal Article)

Topics

• Cystoscopy (economics)
• Health Care Costs
• Humans
• Kidney Calculi (surgery)
• Nephrostomy, Percutaneous (economics, methods)
• Treatment Outcome
• Ureteroscopy (economics)