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[Staghorn lithasis. Report of 98 cases]
A Benchekroun1, A Lachkar, A Iken
1Clinique urologique A, CHU Ibn-Sina, Rabat, Maroc.
Annales D'Urologie
|January 9, 2001
Summary
Staghorn calculi, a severe kidney stone type, impact renal function and frequently recur. This study analyzed 98 cases, highlighting diverse surgical treatments and associated complications like infection and impaired renal function.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Urology
- Medical Research
Context:
- Staghorn lithiasis involves kidney stones filling the renal pelvis and calyces.
- It is a severe condition associated with urinary infections and high recurrence rates.
- This study retrospectively analyzed 98 staghorn calculus cases treated between 1990 and 1997.
Purpose:
- To report on the characteristics, complications, and surgical management of staghorn calculi.
- To analyze treatment outcomes for a cohort of patients with staghorn lithiasis.
Summary:
- The study included 98 patients (62% female, mean age 46) with staghorn calculi.
- Calculi were often radio-opaque (96%) and associated with renal parenchyma impairment (45%) and urinary infections (34%).
- Surgical interventions included nephrolithotomy, pyelonephrolithotomy, pyelolithotomy, and nephrectomy.
Impact:
- Findings underscore the severity of staghorn calculi, with 60% considered severe.
- Highlights the need for effective management strategies to address renal function impairment and recurrence.
- Provides data on surgical interventions for staghorn lithiasis, informing clinical practice.