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Omer Demir¹, Aykut Kefi, Asif Cahangirov

¹Department of Urology, Dokuz Eylul University, School of Medicine, 35340, Inciralti, Izmir, Turkey. omer.demir@deu.edu.tr

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Summary

Giant prostatic urethral calculi are rare in young patients. This study presents the largest prostatic calculus treated endoscopically using laser and pneumatic lithotripsy, offering a minimally invasive approach.

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Urology
Endourology

Background:

Giant prostatic urethral calculi are uncommon, often migrating from the bladder and obstructing the urethra.
These calculi are typically composed of calcium phosphate or calcium oxalate.
Treatment strategies depend on calculus size, shape, position, and urethral condition.

Observation:

A rare case of a giant prostatic calculus, the largest documented in literature, was observed in a young patient.
The calculus significantly obstructed the prostatic urethra.

Findings:

The largest prostatic calculus was successfully treated endoscopically.
A combined approach using laser and pneumatic lithotripsy facilitated stone fragmentation and removal.
This endoscopic method proved effective for managing this exceptionally large calculus.

Implications:

Endoscopic treatment with laser and pneumatic lithotripsy offers a viable, minimally invasive alternative for giant prostatic calculi.
This approach may reduce the need for open surgical procedures.
Highlights advancements in endourological techniques for complex urinary stone management.