Abstract |
Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is the gold standard of treatment for large renal calculi. Papillary puncture is the mainstay of treatment for large renal calculi, but the non-papillary has been introduced and gained some interest. The aim of this study is the investigation of trends of non-papillary access for PCNL over the years. A review of the literature took place and 13 publications were included in the study. Two experimental studies investigating the feasibility of non-papillary access were found. Five cohort prospective and 2 retrospective studies for non-papillary access and 4 comparative studies between papillary and non-papillary access were included. Non papillary access is a technique that has been proved as a safe and efficient solution that keeps up with the latest endoscopic trends. A wider use of this method could be expected in the future.
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Authors | P Kallidonis, A Peteinaris, V Tatanis, A Vagionis, S Faitatziadis, E Liatsikos |
Journal | Actas urologicas espanolas
(Actas Urol Esp (Engl Ed))
(Jun 15 2023)
ISSN: 2173-5786 [Electronic] Spain |
PMID | 37330051
(Publication Type: Journal Article, Review)
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Copyright | Copyright © 2023. Published by Elsevier España, S.L.U. |