Efficacy and safety of renal drainage options for percutaneous nephrolithotomy

20208 citationsJournal Article

Authors

João Pimentel Torres · Hospital Braga

João N. Oliveira · University of Minho

Nuno Morais · Hospital Braga

Sara Anacleto · Hospital Braga

Ricardo Rodrigues · Hospital Braga

Paulo Mota · University of Minho

Ricardo Leão · University of Coimbra

Abstract

Tubeless PCNL encompasses lower morbidity and should be considered as an option for select patients, particularly with less stone burden and uncomplicated procedures. Regarding ureteral stents, SL is a safe option and does not require further procedures for removal.

Topics & Keywords

Kidney Stones and Urolithiasis Treatments Pediatric Urology and Nephrology Studies Dialysis and Renal Disease Management

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Minerva Urologica e Nefrologica

Volume 72, Issue 5, pp. 629-636

DOI: 10.23736/s0393-2249.19.03643-9

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