ArticleBMC urology2022
Mini-track, mini-nephroscopy, mini-ultrasonic probe percutaneous nephrolithotomy and its initial clinical application.
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Abstract
backgroundTo assess the outcome of the mini-track, mini-nephroscopy, mini ultrasonic probe percutaneous nephrolithotomy for upper ureteral and kidney stones.
methodsWe collected data of 53 patients (55 kidney units) who underwent mini-track, mini-nephroscopy, mini-ultrasonic probe percutaneous nephrolithotomy between September 2020 and March 2021. The study included single and upper ureteral stones from 12 kidneys, multiple stones from 28 kidneys, and staghorn stones from 15 kidneys.
resultsThe mean operative duration was 50.6 min, ranging from 15 to 200 min, whereas the mean lithotripsy and stone removal time was 17.2 min (3-45 min). Moreover, the mean postoperative length of stay was 4.0 days (1-7 days). Besides, the stone-free rate (SFR) of discharge was 89.1% (49/55). The mean hemoglobin drop was 15.3 mg/dL, ranging 1-32 mg/dL. Out of the total cases, only 4 of them displayed minor complications. The outcomes of < 40 mm versus ≥ 40 mm calculi were compared by performing subgroup analysis. The results demonstrated a longer operation duration (65.2 vs. 40.2 min), higher complication rate (13.0% vs. 3.3%), and lower SFR in the ≥ 40 mm calculi subgroup.
conclusionsIn summary, mini-track, mini-nephroscopy, mini-ultrasonic probe percutaneous nephrolithotomy is an effective and safe method to treat patients with upper ureteral and kidney calculi. This is especially significant for the stone size of 20-40 mm, demonstrating excellent SFR and a lower complication rate.
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