Ultrasound-guided mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy for patients with staghorn kidney stones
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Abstract
Mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy (miniPCNL) has seen significant improvements in technique and energy in recent years; however, miniPCNL for staghorn kidney stones remains a challenge for urological surgeons. This prospective descriptive study aimed to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of miniPCNL performed under ultrasound guidance in the treatment of staghorn kidney stones. 57 cases of staghorn kidney stones were evaluated at the Department of Urology, Viet Duc Friendship Hospital. Results: average surgical time was 85.9 ± 22.3 minutes, stone-free rate after the first lithotomy was 91.2%, after the second lithotomy was 98.2%, postoperative complications accounted for 13.95%, all of which were mild complications. Conclusion: The study results confirmed that ultrasound-guided miniPCNL is safe and feasible for the treatment of staghorn kidney stones.
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miniPCNL, ultrasound, staghorn kidney stones
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