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A silent, giant staghorn calculus managed with open surgery: a case report
Bineet Thapa1, Krishna K Bhomi1, Rit Shrestha2
1Department of Surgery, Nepal Medical College.
Annals of Medicine and Surgery (2012)
|April 28, 2023
Summary
This case report details a large, asymptomatic staghorn calculus successfully removed intact via open pyelolithotomy. The procedure proved effective with no complications, highlighting its utility in specific clinical scenarios.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Urology
- Surgical Case Reports
Background:
- Staghorn calculi are large kidney stones that fill the renal pelvis and calyces.
- These stones often lead to renal impairment and are typically symptomatic.
- Complete removal and preservation of kidney function are crucial therapeutic goals.
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