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Supine percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) shows promise for high-risk patients with simple kidney stones. However, more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness for complex cases and obese patients compared to traditional prone PCNL.

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Area of Science:

Nephrology
Urology
Surgical Innovation

Background:

Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is a key procedure for kidney stone removal.
The supine position for PCNL offers theoretical advantages but faces urologist reluctance.
Prone PCNL remains the standard due to established efficacy and perceived technical ease.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the feasibility and potential applications of supine percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL).
To assess the current evidence supporting supine PCNL in specific patient populations.
To identify the need for further research to guide clinical adoption of supine PCNL.

Main Methods:

Review of existing clinical series and evidence on supine PCNL.
Analysis of theoretical advantages versus practical challenges of the supine approach.
Comparison of outcomes and indications for supine versus prone PCNL.

Main Results:

Supine PCNL feasibility is demonstrated in various studies.
Current evidence suggests utility for simple stones in patients with high anesthesiological risk.
Limited evidence supports supine PCNL for morbidly obese or complex/multiple stone cases.

Conclusions:

Supine PCNL is a viable option for select patients, particularly those with simple stones and high anesthetic risk.
Further high-quality randomized clinical trials are essential to establish supine PCNL as a widespread alternative to prone PCNL.
The technique's application in complex stone burdens and obese patients requires more robust investigation.