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Percutaneous renal surgery.

J W Wilson¹, J C Nickel, R Nolan

¹Department of Urology, Queen's University, Kingston, Ont.

Canadian Journal of Surgery. Journal Canadien De Chirurgie

|November 1, 1987

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Percutaneous renal surgery offers a less invasive method for treating kidney stones and other kidney diseases. This technique has evolved beyond calculus removal to manage various intrarenal conditions.

Area of Science:

Nephrology
Urology
Minimally Invasive Surgery

Background:

Percutaneous renal surgery was initially developed to provide a safer alternative to open pyelolithotomy for renal calculus removal.
The technique has advanced, enabling treatment for a broader range of intrarenal diseases.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the current applications of percutaneous renal surgery.
To discuss the role of percutaneous renal surgery in conjunction with extracorporeal shock-wave lithotripsy for renal calculus management.

Main Methods:

Review of current literature and clinical applications of percutaneous renal surgery.
Analysis of the integration of percutaneous renal surgery with extracorporeal shock-wave lithotripsy.

Main Results:

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Percutaneous renal surgery is a well-established technique for renal calculus removal with reduced morbidity.
The approach is increasingly utilized for diverse intrarenal pathologies beyond stones.
Its combination with extracorporeal shock-wave lithotripsy enhances management strategies for renal calculi.

Conclusions:

Percutaneous renal surgery has expanded its scope beyond calculus removal to address various intrarenal diseases.
The technique, alongside extracorporeal shock-wave lithotripsy, represents a significant advancement in managing renal calculi and other kidney conditions.