Percutaneous coagulum nephrolithotripsy: a new approach.

Abstract

Intrarenal scatter of stone fragments during percutaneous nephrolithotripsy is a complication which may predispose to post-operative pain and further stone formation. The use of a coagulum to prevent such a complication has proved difficult when introduced percutaneously. This experimental study describes a new gelatine (Lithogel) which is introduced through the nephroscope to coat the renal calculus; it allows easy disintegration of the calculus within the gel, is safe to use and effectively prevents the scatter of fragments into inaccessible calices.

• Authors: R Hasun, P C Ryan, A B West, J M Fitzpatrick, M Marberger
• Journal: British journal of urology (Br J Urol) Vol. 57 Issue 6 Pg. 605-9 (Dec 1985) ISSN: 0007-1331 [Print] England
• PMID: 4084715 (Publication Type: Journal Article, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't)

Chemical References

• Proteins
• lithogel
• Gelatin

Topics

• Animals
• Dogs
• Gelatin
• Kidney (diagnostic imaging)
• Lithotripsy (methods)
• Male
• Partial Thromboplastin Time
• Platelet Count
• Proteins
• Prothrombin Time
• Radiography