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[Percutaneous renal surgery apart from calculi. Current possibilities and limitations]
D Riquet1, D Cracco, R el Moukadem
1Service d'Urologie, Centre Hospitalier Valenciennes.
Annales D'Urologie
|January 1, 1987
Summary
Percutaneous renal surgery offers varied success for conditions like ureteropelvic stenosis and kidney cysts. Technical modalities and specific pathologies influence outcomes in these minimally invasive procedures.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Nephrology
Context:
- Percutaneous renal surgery is an evolving technique for various kidney conditions.
- Limited case studies highlight the need for further research into its efficacy.
- Understanding technical variations is crucial for successful patient outcomes.
Purpose:
- To detail the technical aspects of percutaneous renal surgery.
- To assess the effectiveness of these procedures for specific renal pathologies.
- To analyze the variability in surgical outcomes based on the condition treated.
Summary:
- This review examines percutaneous renal surgery techniques for ureteropelvic stenosis, pyelocaliceal diverticula, renal cysts, and urothelial tumors.
- Outcomes demonstrate significant variability, influenced by the specific pathology being addressed.
- Despite limited reported cases, the findings underscore the importance of tailored surgical approaches.
Impact:
- Provides insights into the efficacy of percutaneous renal surgery for diverse kidney conditions.
- Highlights the influence of pathology on surgical success rates.
- Informs clinical decision-making regarding minimally invasive treatment options for renal disorders.