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Laparoscopic transmesenteric anatrophic nephrolithotomy offers a minimally invasive approach for large kidney stones. This initial study shows its feasibility and effectiveness in treating complex staghorn calculi.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Nephrolithiasis Treatment

Background:

  • Percutaneous nephrolithotomy is standard for large kidney stones.
  • Complete staghorn stones pose higher complication risks, often necessitating open surgery.
  • Anatrophic nephrolithotomy is a traditional open surgical approach.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present the first personal experience with laparoscopic transmesenteric anatrophic nephrolithotomy.
  • To evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of this novel minimally invasive technique for complete staghorn stones.

Main Methods:

  • Laparoscopic transmesenteric anatrophic nephrolithotomy performed on 3 patients.
  • Patients had symptomatic complete left kidney staghorn stones (7.2-9.1 cm).
  • Data collected on operation time, ischemia time, and blood loss.

Main Results:

  • Complete staghorn stone extraction achieved in 2 out of 3 patients.
  • One patient had a small residual stone in an excluded calix without clinical impact.
  • Operation time: 130-170 min; ischemia time: 21-24 min; blood loss: 180-250 ml.

Conclusions:

  • Laparoscopic transmesenteric anatrophic nephrolithotomy is a plausible and effective option for complete staghorn stones.
  • Further studies with larger patient cohorts are needed for statistical validation.
  • This technique represents a promising minimally invasive alternative to open surgery.