Abstract:Percutaneous nephrolithotripsy is a standard treatment option for upper urinary tract stones ≥1.5 cm in size, multiple and staghorn stones. The efficiency and reliability of this procedure have improved, because of advances in technology and increased experience. This operation is considered a safe technique, which have the highest level of stone-free rate in comparison with shock-wave lithotripsy and retrograde nephrolithotripsy. The percutaneous nephrolithotripsy does not rule out the risk of complications.
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