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Mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy.

D Y Chan·T W Jarrett
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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.

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D Y Chan, T W Jarrett. 2000. Mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy.. https://doi.org/10.1089/end.2000.14.269

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