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[Our experience in endourology]
S Vallejo1, C Montenegro, O Gilbert
1Instituto Médico de Urología, Quito, Ecuador.
Actas Urologicas Espanolas
|April 1, 1996
Summary
This study showcases 8 years of endo-urological procedures, including percutaneous nephrostomy and ureteroscopy, successfully treating 303 patients with kidney stones and other obstructive conditions. The techniques demonstrated high success rates with minimal complications.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Endourology
- Surgical Techniques
Background:
- Endourological procedures are vital for managing urological conditions.
- Experience in percutaneous nephrostomy and ureteroscopy has grown significantly.
- Evaluating outcomes of these minimally invasive techniques is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present an 8-year experience with endourological procedures.
- To evaluate the efficacy and safety of percutaneous nephrostomy and ureteroscopy.
- To compare outcomes between lithiasic and non-lithiasic patients.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 303 patients over 8 years.
- Procedures included 92 percutaneous nephrostomies and 235 ureteroscopies.
- Patients were divided into lithiasic and non-lithiasic groups.
Main Results:
- Success rates of 85% for percutaneous nephrostomy and 98% for ureteroscopy.
- 324 calculi removed and other obstructive conditions resolved.
- Complications occurred in 7 patients (nephrostomy) and 14 patients (ureteroscopy), mostly managed endoscopically.
Conclusions:
- Percutaneous nephrostomy and ureteroscopy are highly effective and safe endourological procedures.
- Minimally invasive techniques offer significant advantages over conventional methods.
- These procedures provide excellent outcomes for managing urological obstructions.