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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Nephrology
  • Surgical Complications

Background:

  • Renal hemorrhage is a significant complication of percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL).
  • Understanding factors contributing to bleeding is essential for improving patient outcomes and procedural safety.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify preoperative and operative variables associated with hemorrhage during PCNL.
  • To inform preventative and treatment strategies for PCNL-related bleeding.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 193 PCNL procedures.
  • Hemorrhage quantified by hematocrit decrease and blood transfusion.
  • Univariate, multivariate regression, and correlation analyses performed.

Main Results:

  • Multivariate analysis identified stone type, number of tracts, dilation method, diabetes, and stone surface area as significant factors influencing hemorrhage.
  • Staghorn stones, multiple tracts, and larger stone surface areas correlated with increased bleeding.
  • Balloon dilation was associated with decreased hemorrhage compared to Amplatz dilation.

Conclusions:

  • Staghorn stones, multiple tracts, diabetes, and large stone size are linked to increased PCNL hemorrhage.
  • Balloon dilation may be a safer dilation method regarding hemorrhage.
  • These findings aid in risk stratification and management of PCNL complications.