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Becker B, Hook S, Gross AJ, Rosenbaum C, Filmar S, Herrmann J, Netsch C. [Thulium or holmium laser or both: where will the journey take us?]. Aktuelle Urol 2024; 55:236-242. [PMID: 38604230 DOI: 10.1055/a-2286-1379] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/13/2024]
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The Holmium:YAG laser has been the gold standard for laser lithotripsy over the past three decades and, since the late 1990s, also for prostate enucleation. Pulsed thulium fibre lasers (TFL) demonstrated their efficacy in in-vitro experiments and were introduced to the market a few years ago. Initial clinical results for TFL in lithotripsy and enucleation are very promising. In addition to TFL, a pulsed Thulium:YAG solid-state laser has been introduced, but clinical data for this laser are currently limited. This article aims to review the key technological differences between Ho:YAG lasers and pulsed thulium lasers and compare/discuss the initial clinical results for stone lithotripsy and laser enucleation.In-vitro studies have demonstrated the technical superiority of TFL compared with Ho:YAG lasers. However, as TFL is still a new technology, only limited studies are available to date, and optimal settings for lithotripsy have not been established. For enucleation, the differences of TFL compared with a high-power Ho:YAG laser seem to be clinically irrelevant. Initial studies on pulsed Tm:YAG lasers show good results, but there continues to be a lack of comparative studies.Based on the current literature, pulsed thulium lasers have the potential of being an alternative to Ho:YAG lasers. However, further studies are necessary to determine the optimal laser technology for enucleation and lithotripsy of urinary stones, considering all parameters, including efficacy, safety, and cost.
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- Benedikt Becker
- Abteilung für Urologie, Asklepios Klinik Barmbek, Hamburg, Germany
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- Abteilung für Urologie, Asklepios Klinik Barmbek, Hamburg, Germany
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- Abteilung für Urologie, Asklepios Klinik Barmbek, Hamburg, Germany
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- Abteilung für Urologie, Asklepios Klinik Barmbek, Hamburg, Germany
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- Urologie und Urochirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Mannheim, Mannheim, Germany
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Collura G, D'Ippolito G, Lopes Mandes AL, Innocenzi M, Del Prete L, Mele E, Barneschi AC, Castagnetti M. Vacuum-assisted Mini-percutaneous Nephrolithotomy for 2-3-cm Renal Stones: A Comparative Study with Retrograde Intra-renal Surgery. J Pediatr Surg 2024; 59:412-415. [PMID: 37973416 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2023.10.051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2023] [Accepted: 10/18/2023] [Indexed: 11/19/2023]
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PURPOSE To compare vacuum-assisted percutaneous nephrolithotomy (VAmini-PCNL) with retrograde intra-renal surgery (RIRS) for the treatment of renal stones measuring 2-3 cm in diameter. MATERIAL AND METHODS This retrospective study included children receiving treatment for pyelocalyceal stones of 2-3 cm in diameter from November 2018 to September 2022. Consecutive patients undergoing VAmini-PCNL after 2020 were compared with a historically matched group undergoing RIRS. VAmini-PCNL was performed using a 12-Ch nephroscope through a 16-Ch vacuum ClearPetra access sheet. RIRS was performed using a flexible ureteroscope through a ureteral sheath. The endpoints included the need for pre-stenting, duration of surgery, complications, stone-free rate (SFR), and need for secondary procedures. RESULTS The patients were grouped into two with 15 patients for each group. VAmini-PCNL group was not different from the RIRS one for age at surgery [median (range) 6.6 (1-12)years vs. 7.7 (1.5-14)years], and stone diameter [median (range) 2.4 (2.0-2.9)cm vs. 2.3 (2.1-2.8)cm] and density [median (range) 577.5 (421-1068) vs. 541.5 (462-927) Hunsfield Units]. Pre-stenting was necessary in five RIRS patients (33 %). The median duration of surgery was 85.3 (76-112)min for VAmini-PCNL vs. 150.6 (132-167)min for RIRS, p = 0.00001. No major complications were observed. The SFR was 100 % after VAmini-PCNL and 60 % after RIRS, p = 0.02. All residual fragments were removed with a second RIRS. CONCLUSION VAmini-PCNL was feasible and safe in children aged >1 year. It allowed for a significantly higher SFR despite a significantly shorter operative time than RIRS, which also requires pre-stenting in one-third of patients and a second RIRS in 40 % of cases. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE III.
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- Giuseppe Collura
- Paediatric Urology Unit, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital and Research Institute, Rome, Italy.
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- Paediatric Urology Unit, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital and Research Institute, Rome, Italy
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- Paediatric Urology Unit, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital and Research Institute, Rome, Italy
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- Paediatric Urology Unit, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital and Research Institute, Rome, Italy
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- Paediatric Urology Unit, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital and Research Institute, Rome, Italy
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- Paediatric Urology Unit, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital and Research Institute, Rome, Italy
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Bouteille C, Pere M, Chelghaf I, Rigaud J, Madec FX, Perrouin-Verbe MA, Loubersac T. Mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy: Is smaller better for kidney stones in patients with neurogenic bladder? THE FRENCH JOURNAL OF UROLOGY 2024; 34:102522. [PMID: 37758606 DOI: 10.1016/j.purol.2023.09.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2023] [Revised: 09/02/2023] [Accepted: 09/08/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Patients with neurologic bladder are at an increased risk for urolithiasis, and currently, data on mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy in this population are limited. Our objective was to compare mini (15F)-percutaneous nephrolithotomy, standard (24F)-PCNL and flexible ureteroscopy in terms of efficacy and safety in treatment of kidney stones in patients with neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction (NLUTD). METHODS We conducted a retrospective monocentric study in our neuro-urological referral centre. All consecutive patients with NLUTD and a cumulative size of renal calculi greater than 15mm or 10mm in the lower calyx, who had extraction surgery between 2005 and 2020, were included. The primary endpoint was the one-session stone-free rate (SFR) at 3 months on a CT scan. The secondary endpoints were complication (Clavien-Dindo grading system), operative time, blood loss and length of hospital stay. RESULTS We performed 76 standard PCNL (sPCNL), 46 flexible ureteroscopy lithotripsy (fURL) and 25 miniaturized PCNL (mPCNL). The one-session SFR was 37.5% for the mPCNL group, 38.2% for the sPCNL group and 37% for the fURL group with no significant difference between the three procedures (P=0.99). Early complications, blood loss and transfusion rates were lower in the mPCNL group than in the sPCNL group (P=0.047) and comparable to fURL group. The final SFRs after a second intervention for mPCNL, sPCNL and fURL were 48%, 61.8% and 63%, respectively (P=0.67). CONCLUSION The efficacy of mPCNL in patients with NLUTD was not different from other techniques, but a significantly lower rate of complications than sPCNL was observed. LEVEL OF PROOF 3.
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- C Bouteille
- Department of Urology, Nantes University Hospital, Nantes, France; 1, place Alexis-Ricordeau, 44000 Nantes, France.
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- Direction de la recherche, plateforme de méthodologie et biostatistique, Nantes Hospital, Nantes, France
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- Department of Urology, Nantes University Hospital, Nantes, France
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- Department of Urology, Nantes University Hospital, Nantes, France
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- Department of Urology, Foch Hospital, Suresnes, Paris, France
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- Pediatric Urology Department, Nantes University Hospital, Nantes, France
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Tuoheti KB, Wang XH, Wang T, Wang YZ, Liu TZ, Wu ZH. A novel double-sheath negative-pressure versus conventional minimally invasive percutaneous nephrolithotomy for large kidney stone. Sci Rep 2023; 13:22972. [PMID: 38151518 PMCID: PMC10752879 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-50237-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2023] [Accepted: 12/17/2023] [Indexed: 12/29/2023] Open
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This study aims to evaluate the therapeutic efficacy of a novel double-sheath negative-pressure minimally invasive percutaneous nephrolithotomy (D-mPCNL) compared to conventional minimally invasive percutaneous nephrolithotomy (C-mPCNL) for large kidney stones. A total of 132 patients diagnosed with large kidney stones in our hospital were included in the study. Among them, sixty-eight patients underwent D-mPCNL, while sixty-four underwent C-mPCNL. Parameters such as operative duration, stone-free rate, incidence of postoperative complications, and the need for auxiliary procedures were evaluated between the two groups. Compared to the C-mPCNL group, the D-mPCNL group demonstrated a significantly shorter operative time (41.97 ± 8.24 min vs. 52.30 ± 13.72 min; P < 0.000), lower rates of auxiliary procedures (5.9% vs. 17.2%; P = 0.041), and lower fever rates (2.9% vs. 14.1%; P = 0.021). The group also had a significantly higher primary stone-free rate (85.3% vs. 70.3%; P = 0.038). However, there were no statistically significant advantages in terms of the final stone-free rate, hemoglobin drops, and stone composition in the D-mPCNL group (P > 0.05). D-mPCNL is a novel surgical method that is safe and effective, reducing operative time, improving stone-free efficiency, and decreasing postoperative complications.
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- Kuer-Ban Tuoheti
- Department of Urology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China.
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- Department of Urology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China.
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Liu Y, Zhang H, Wen Z, Jiang Y, Huang J, Wang C, Chen C, Wang J, Bao E, Yang X. Efficacy and safety of minimally invasive percutaneous nephrolithotomy versus retrograde intrarenal surgery in the treatment of upper urinary tract stones (> 1 cm): a systematic review and meta-analysis of 18 randomized controlled trials. BMC Urol 2023; 23:171. [PMID: 37875837 PMCID: PMC10598962 DOI: 10.1186/s12894-023-01341-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2023] [Accepted: 10/14/2023] [Indexed: 10/26/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The advantages and disadvantages of retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS) and minimally invasive percutaneous nephrolithotomy (mPCNL) for treatment of upper urinary tract calculi have not been conclusively determined. METHODS In this meta-analysis, We comprehensively evaluated the performance of the two surgical approaches in treatment of upper urinary calculi. We searched the Pubmed, Embase, Cochrane and Web of science databases for randomized controlled trial (RCT) articles on RIRS and mPCNL upto December 2022. Data were extracted by two independent reviewers and subjected to the meta-analysis using the Stata 15.1 software (StataSE, USA). RESULTS A total of 18 eligible RCTs involving 1733 patients were included in this study. The meta-analysis revealed that mPCNL of 1-2 cm or 2-3 cm stones had a higher stone clearance rate (RR:1.08, 95%CI (1.03, 1.14), p = 0.002) and shorter operation time (WMD : -10.85 min, 95%CI (-16.76, -4.94), p<0.001). However, it was associated with more hospital stay time (WMD :1.01 day, 95%CI(0.53, 1.5), p<0.001), hemoglobin drops (WMD :0.27 g/dl, 95%CI (0.14, 0.41), p<0.001), blood transfusion rate (RR:5.04, 95%CI(1.62, 15.65), p = 0.005), pain visual analogue score (WMD:0.75, 95%CI (0.04, 1.46), p = 0.037), hospital costs (SMD :-0.97, 95%CI (-1.19, -0.76), p<0.001) and major complications (RR:1.89, 95%CI(1.01, 3.53), p = 0.045). CONCLUSION Therefore, in terms of surgical effects and operation time, mPCNL is superior to RIRS, but is inferior with regards to other perioperative parameters. These factors should be fully considered in clinical decision making.
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- Yang Liu
- Department of Urology, Affiliated Hospital of North Sichuan Medical College, Nanchong, China
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- Department of Urology, Chengdu Xinhua Hospital Affiliated to North Sichuan Medical College, ChengDu, China
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- Department of Urology, Affiliated Hospital of North Sichuan Medical College, Nanchong, China
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- Department of Radiology, Affiliated Hospital of North Sichuan Medical College, Nanchong, China
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- Department of Urology, Affiliated Hospital of North Sichuan Medical College, Nanchong, China
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- Department of Urology, Affiliated Hospital of North Sichuan Medical College, Nanchong, China
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- Department of Urology, Affiliated Hospital of North Sichuan Medical College, Nanchong, China
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- Department of Urology, Affiliated Hospital of North Sichuan Medical College, Nanchong, China
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- Department of Urology, Affiliated Hospital of North Sichuan Medical College, Nanchong, China
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- Department of Urology, Affiliated Hospital of North Sichuan Medical College, Nanchong, China.
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Schmanke K, Ito W, Prokop D, Kannady B, Sardiu M, Whiles B, Neff D, Duchene D, Molina W. Optimizing stone harvesting in miniaturized-PCNL: a critical examination of renal access angles, technology, and the role they play in operative efficiency. World J Urol 2023; 41:1943-1949. [PMID: 37277509 DOI: 10.1007/s00345-023-04436-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2022] [Accepted: 05/12/2023] [Indexed: 06/07/2023] Open
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PURPOSE Stone retrieval can be a laborious aspect of percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL). A unique phenomenon of mini-PCNL is the vortex-effect (VE), a hydrodynamic form of stone retrieval. Additionally, the vacuum-assisted sheath (VAS) was recently developed as a new tool for stone extraction. The purpose of our study is to investigate the impact of renal access angle (as a surrogate for patient positioning) on stone retrieval efficiency and compare the efficiency among methods of stone retrieval. METHODS A kidney model was filled with 3 mm artificial stones. Access to the mid-calyx was obtained using a 15Fr sheath. Stones were retrieved over three minutes at angles of 0°, 25°, and 75° utilizing the VE, VAS, and basket. Stones were weighed for comparison of stones/retraction and stones/minute. Trials were repeated three times at each angle. RESULTS Renal access angle of 0° was associated with increased stone retrieval for both the VE and VAS (p < 0.05). The VE was the most effective method for stones retrieved per individual retraction at an angle of 0° (p < 0.005), although when analyzed as stones retrieved per minute, the VE and VAS were no longer statistically different (p = 0.08). At 75°, none of the methods were statistically different, regardless if analyzed as stones per retraction or per minute (p = 0.20-0.40). CONCLUSIONS Renal access angle of 0° is more efficient for stone retrieval than a steep upward angle. There is no difference in stone retrieval efficiency between the VE and VAS methods, although both are superior to the basket at lower sheath angles.
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- Kenneth Schmanke
- Department of Urology, The University of Kansas Health System, 3901 Rainbow Boulevard, Mail Stop #3016, Kansas City, KS, USA
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- Department of Urology, The University of Kansas Health System, 3901 Rainbow Boulevard, Mail Stop #3016, Kansas City, KS, USA
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- School of Medicine, The University of Kansas, Kansas City, KS, USA
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- School of Medicine, The University of Kansas, Kansas City, KS, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics and Data Science, University of Kansas, Kansas City, KS, USA
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- Department of Urology, The University of Kansas Health System, 3901 Rainbow Boulevard, Mail Stop #3016, Kansas City, KS, USA
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- Department of Urology, The University of Kansas Health System, 3901 Rainbow Boulevard, Mail Stop #3016, Kansas City, KS, USA
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- Department of Urology, The University of Kansas Health System, 3901 Rainbow Boulevard, Mail Stop #3016, Kansas City, KS, USA
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- Department of Urology, The University of Kansas Health System, 3901 Rainbow Boulevard, Mail Stop #3016, Kansas City, KS, USA.
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Wishahi M, El Feel A, Elkhouly A, Fahmy A, Roshdy M, Elbaz AG, Kamel AI, Badawy M, Elesaily K, Eldahshan S, Ali A, Meheina A, Abdelwahed M. Concerns about stone free rate and procedure events of percutaneous nephrolithotripsy (PCNL) for 2-4 cm kidney stones by standard-PCNL vs mini-PCNL- comparative randomised study. BMC Urol 2023; 23:96. [PMID: 37208652 DOI: 10.1186/s12894-023-01270-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2022] [Accepted: 05/05/2023] [Indexed: 05/21/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND To compare the efficacy and safety of standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) with mini- PCNL for kidney stones 2-4 cm. METHODS Eighty patients were enrolled in a comparative study, they were randomly divided into mini-PCNL group (n = 40) and standard-PCNL (n = 40). Demographic characteristics, perioperative events, complications, stone free rate (SFR) were reported. RESULTS Both groups showed no significant difference in clinical data about age, stone location, back pressure changes, and body mass index. The mean operative time was (95 ± 17.9 min) in mini-PCNL, and (72.1 ± 14.9 min). Stone free rate were 80% and 85% in mini-PCNL and standard-PCNL respectively. Intra-operative complications, post-operative need for analgesia, hospital stay were significantly higher in standard-PCNL compared to mini-PCNL (85% vs. 80%). The study followed CONSORT 2010 guidelines for reporting parallel group randomization. CONCLUSION Mini-PCNL is an effective and safe treatment of kidney stones 2-4 cm, it has the advantage over standard-PCNL being has less intra-operative events, less post-operative analgesia, shorter hospital stay, while operative time and stone free rate are comparable when considering multiplicity, hardness, and site of stones.
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- Mohamed Wishahi
- Department of Urology, Theodor Bilharz Research Institute, Cairo, Egypt.
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- Department of Urology, Faculty of Medicine, Kasr Alaini Medical School, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Urology, Theodor Bilharz Research Institute, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Urology, Theodor Bilharz Research Institute, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Urology, Theodor Bilharz Research Institute, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Urology, Theodor Bilharz Research Institute, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Urology, Theodor Bilharz Research Institute, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Urology, Theodor Bilharz Research Institute, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Urology, Theodor Bilharz Research Institute, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Urology, Theodor Bilharz Research Institute, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Urology, Theodor Bilharz Research Institute, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Urology, Theodor Bilharz Research Institute, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Urology, Faculty of Medicine, Kasr Alaini Medical School, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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Emiliani E, Kanashiro AK, Balaña J, Fontanet S, Aumatell J, Calderón-Cortez J, Iregui-Parra J, Sanchez-Pui A, Sanchez-Martin F, Millan F, Angerri O. Use of Moses 2.0 with extended frequency and optimized Moses vs. high-power laser in MiniPCNL: a randomized controlled trial. Urolithiasis 2023; 51:75. [PMID: 37074477 DOI: 10.1007/s00240-023-01443-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2023] [Accepted: 03/30/2023] [Indexed: 04/20/2023]
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The aim of the study was to compare standard high-power laser (with < 80 Hz) to extended frequency (> 100 Hz) lithotripsy during miniPCNL. 40 patients were randomized in to two groups undergoing MiniPCNL. For both groups, the Holmium Pulse laser Moses 2.0 (Lumenis) was used. For group A, standard high-power laser with < 80 Hz, with Moses distance was set using up to 3 J. For Group B, extended frequency (100-120 Hz) was used allowing up to 0.6 J. All patients underwent MiniPCNL using an 18 Fr balloon access. Demographics were comparable between groups. Mean stone diameter was 19 mm (14-23) with no differences between groups (p = 0.14). Mean operative time was 91 and 87 min for group A and B (p = 0.71), mean laser time was similar in both groups, 6.5 min and 7.5 min, respectively (p = 0.52) as well as the number of laser activations during the surgery (p = 0.43). Mean Watts used was 18 and 16 respectively being similar in both groups (p = 0.54) as well as the total KJoules (p = 0.29). Endoscopic vision was good in all surgeries. The endoscopic and radiologic stone free rate was achieved in all patients expect for two in both groups (p = 0.72). Two Clavien I complications were seen, a small bleeding for group A and a small pelvic perforation in group B. The use of high-power holmium laser with extended frequency and optimized Moses was effective and safe being comparable to standard high-power laser for MiniPCNL allowing more versatility with the setting range.
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- Esteban Emiliani
- Department of Urology, Fundación Puigvert. Autonomous University of Barcelona, Calle Cartagena 340, 08025, Barcelona, Spain.
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- Department of Urology, Fundación Puigvert. Autonomous University of Barcelona, Calle Cartagena 340, 08025, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Urology, Fundación Puigvert. Autonomous University of Barcelona, Calle Cartagena 340, 08025, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Urology, Fundación Puigvert. Autonomous University of Barcelona, Calle Cartagena 340, 08025, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Urology, Fundación Puigvert. Autonomous University of Barcelona, Calle Cartagena 340, 08025, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Urology, Fundación Puigvert. Autonomous University of Barcelona, Calle Cartagena 340, 08025, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Urology, Clinica nueva de Cali. Department of Epidemiology, Interdisciplinary Group of Research in Epidemiology and Public Health (GIESP), Libre University, Cali, Colombia
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- Department of Urology, Fundación Puigvert. Autonomous University of Barcelona, Calle Cartagena 340, 08025, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Urology, Fundación Puigvert. Autonomous University of Barcelona, Calle Cartagena 340, 08025, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Urology, Fundación Puigvert. Autonomous University of Barcelona, Calle Cartagena 340, 08025, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Urology, Fundación Puigvert. Autonomous University of Barcelona, Calle Cartagena 340, 08025, Barcelona, Spain
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Quhal F, Zeng G, Seitz C. Current evidence for suction in endourological procedures: comprehensive review of literature. Curr Opin Urol 2023; 33:77-83. [PMID: 36336907 DOI: 10.1097/mou.0000000000001061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW To identify the latest advances on the utilization of suctioning devices in the surgical treatment of urinary stones. RECENT FINDINGS Advances are being made to incorporate suction and pressure control capabilities in percutaneous and ureteroscopic lithotripsy. Multiple retrospective studies and few prospective studies have shown that suctioning with minimally invasive percutaneous nephrolithotomy, commonly referred to as Super MiniPerc, can lead to better stone-free rates (SFR) and shorter operative time with lower incidence of infectious complications. Suctioning during retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS) has mainly been achieved through suctioning ureteral access sheath. Here as well, the incorporation of suction improved the SFR, but most importantly, reduced the risk of postoperative infectious complications. SUMMARY Theoretically suction in endourological procedures could facilitate stone debris removal and could reduce intrarenal pressure at the same time allowing for increased irrigation flow potentially decreasing operation time and infectious complications. These claims are supported in contemporary clinical studies, reporting superior SFR and reduced postoperative infectious complications in both percutaneous nephrolithotomy and RIRS.
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- Fahad Quhal
- Department of Urology, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
- Department of Urology, King Fahad Specialist Hospital, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Urology, Minimally Invasive Surgery Center, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, and Guangdong Key Laboratory of Urology, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Urology, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
- European Urolithiasis Society (EULIS), Arnhem, The Netherlands
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Mousawi SA, Guzel R, Zaid M, Eryildirim B, Sarica K. Minipercutaneous Nephrolithotomy in the Management of Large and Complex Renal Calculi in Children: How Effective Is It? J Endourol 2023; 37:387-393. [PMID: 36578212 DOI: 10.1089/end.2022.0508] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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Purpose: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of minipercutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) in the management of large and complex calculi in children. Patients and Methods: From May 2017 to April 2021, a total of 41 pediatric cases were diagnosed with large/complex renal stones (partial-total staghorn) and following a detailed biochemical evaluation and thorough radiological examination (plain abdominal radiograph, urinary ultrasound, noncontrast and/or computed tomography), all cases underwent mini-PCNL procedure for the minimal invasive management of these calculi. Preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative data were analyzed and reported in detail. Results: A total of 41 procedures were performed in 26 boys and 15 girls (male/female = 1.73). While the age of the kids ranged from 2.5 to 10 years (mean 6.74 ± 2.76), mean size of the stones was 16.28 ± 3.43 mm (range 11-24) with a mean stone density value of 816 HU (range 550-1350). Evaluation of the success rates in terms of complete stone clearance on postoperative day 1 revealed that while 73.2% (30/41), residual fragments have been noted in 11 cases (26.8%). Size of the residual fragments ranged from 2 to 7 mm (mean 4.3). Of those children, 10 cases required flexible ureteroscopy for stone removal, and in 1 case, placement of Double-J was adequate for spontaneous passage. During a 3-month follow-up, the stone-free rate (SFR) increased to 100% without any residual fragment left. Conclusions: Mini-PCNL with holmium laser lithotripsy is an effective and safe treatment alternative in the minimal invasive management of large/complex kidney stones in children with high SFRs.
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- Department of Urology, Medistate Hospital, İstanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Urology, Limerick University Hospital, Dooradoyle, Ireland
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- Department of Urology, Health Sciences University, Kartal Dr. Lutfi Kirdar City Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Urology, Biruni University, Medical School, Istanbul, Turkey
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Zhu W, Huang Z, Zeng G. Miniaturization in percutaneous nephrolithotomy: What is new? Asian J Urol 2023. [PMID: 37538153 PMCID: PMC10394306 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajur.2023.01.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/10/2023] Open
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Objective To summarize recent advancements in mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy (mini-PCNL) in surgical technique, stone removal strategy, lithotripsy, and surgical model from the current literature. Methods We conducted a narrative review of relevant English-language articles up to October 2022 using the PubMed and Web of Science databases. The following keywords were used in the search: "percutaneous nephrolithotomy", "minimally invasive percutaneous nephrolithotomy", "mini-PCNL", "mini-perc", "mPCNL", and "miniaturization". Results A series of new progress has been made in many aspects of mini-PCNL, such as further reduction of tract size-needle perc and further improvement of robotic-assisted PCNL-artificial intelligence-powered robotic devices. Conclusion Many studies and trials have been conducted to reduce morbidity and increase the safety and effectiveness of mini-PCNL. It is crucial to realize that miniaturization of PCNL requires not only a smaller percutaneous tract size, but also an adjustment strategically in renal access, stone removal, lithotripsy, and surgical model in general. More large-scale prospective research needs to be carried out to further validate and optimize the safety and effectiveness of mini-PCNL.
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Denstedt J, Gabrigna Berto FC. Thulium fiber laser lithotripsy: Is it living up to the Hype? Asian J Urol 2022. [PMID: 37538164 PMCID: PMC10394282 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajur.2022.11.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Objective The holmium:yttrium-aluminium-garnet laser (Ho:YAG) has been the gold standard for laser lithotripsy over the last three decades. After demonstrating good in vitro efficacy, the thulium fiber laser (TFL) has been recently released in the market and the initial clinical results are encouraging. This article aims to review the main technology differences between the Ho:YAG laser and the TFL, discuss the initial clinical results with the TFL as well as the optimal settings for TFL lithotripsy. Methods We reviewed the literature focusing on the technological aspects of the Ho:YAG laser and TFL as well as the results of in vitro and in vivo studies comparing both technologies. Results In vitro studies show a technical superiority of TFL compared to the Ho:YAG laser and encouraging results have been demonstrated in clinical practice. However, as TFL is a new technology, limited studies are currently available, and the optimal settings for lithotripsy are not yet established. Conclusion TFL has the potential to be an alternative to the Ho:YAG laser, but more reports are still needed to determine the optimal laser for lithotripsy of urinary tract stones when considering all parameters including effectiveness, safety, and costs.
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Ghoneima W, Makki M, Lotfi MA, Mostafa A, Elkady A, Rammah AM. The feasibility and safety of one-shot dilatation compared to conventional sequential dilatation in tubeless percutaneous nephrolithotomy: a prospective randomized controlled study. Urolithiasis 2022; 51:3. [PMID: 36454345 PMCID: PMC9715517 DOI: 10.1007/s00240-022-01383-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2022] [Accepted: 11/14/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022]
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To study the feasibility and safety of One-Shot Dilatation (OSD), versus serial sequential dilatation in tubeless Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL). One Hundred and Fifty patients were randomised into two groups; Group A (One-Shot Dilatation), Group B (Serial Dilatation). Twenty-one patients were excluded from the study. Detailed history was taken and full physical examination was performed. Pre-operative routine laboratory investigations were done. Also, non-contrast Computed Tomography of the Urinary Tract (CTUT) and plain urinary tract x-ray were done. Intra-operative assessments of dilatation, total operative, total fluoroscopy and fluoroscopy during dilatation durations were recorded, as well as estimated blood loss. Post-operatively haemoglobin, creatinine levels and CTUT were performed for all patients. Complications, as urinary leakage time, analgesic requirements and hospitalization time were measured. There were statistically significant differences in the intraoperative durations, where Group A had shorter dilatation time, fluoroscopy time during dilatation and total operative time. Group B had a higher complications rate than Group A; 37.9%, 11.3%, respectively. Also, Group B showed haemoglobin drop by 0.44 mg/dl higher than Group A. More doses of analgesia were required for Group B. Hospitalization time and rate of urinary leakage were both in favour of Group A. For patients undergoing Tubeless PCNL, we have concluded that one-shot dilatation seems to be a safer and more feasible technique than Serial dilatation.
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- Waleed Ghoneima
- Department of Urology, Cairo University Hospitals, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Urology, Cairo University Hospitals, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Urology, Cairo University Hospitals, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Urology, Cairo University Hospitals, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Urology, Cairo University Hospitals, Cairo, Egypt.
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Liu YY, Chen YT, Luo HL, Shen YC, Chen CH, Chuang YC, Huang KW, Wang HJ. Totally X-ray-Free Ultrasound-Guided Mini-Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy in Galdakao-Modified Supine Valdivia Position: A Novel Combined Surgery. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11226644. [PMID: 36431120 PMCID: PMC9694234 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11226644] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2022] [Revised: 11/01/2022] [Accepted: 11/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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We introduced a novel surgery that combines ultrasound guidance, miniaturization and Galdakao-modified supine Valdivia (GMSV) position in percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) and evaluated the safety and efficacy. This retrospective, single-center study retrospectively reviewed 150 patients who underwent ultrasound-guided mini-PCNL in the GMSV position from November 2019 to March 2022. All perioperative parameters were collected. Stone-free status was defined as no residual stones or clinically insignificant residual fragments (CIRF) <0.4 cm on postoperative day one. Among the 150 patients, the mean age was 56.96 years. The mean stone size was 3.19 cm (427 mm2). The mean S.T.O.N.E. score was 7.61, including 36 patients (24%) with scores ≥9. The mean operative time was 66.22 min, and the success rate of renal access creation in the first attempt was 88.7%. One hundred and forty (93.3%) patients were stone free. The mean decrease in Hemoglobin was 1.04 g/dL, and no patient needed a blood transfusion. Complications included transient hematuria (n = 13, 8.7%), bladder blood clot retention (n = 2, 1.3%), fever (n = 15, 10%) and sepsis (n = 2, 1.3%). Totally X-ray-free ultrasound-guided mini-PCNL in the GMSV position is feasible, safe and effective for patients with upper urinary tract stones, indicating the synergistic and complementary effects of the three novel techniques.
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- Yi-Yang Liu
- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital and Chang Gung University College of Medicine, Kaohsiung 83301, Taiwan
- Department of Electrical Engineering, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung 80778, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital and Chang Gung University College of Medicine, Kaohsiung 83301, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital and Chang Gung University College of Medicine, Kaohsiung 83301, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital and Chang Gung University College of Medicine, Kaohsiung 83301, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital and Chang Gung University College of Medicine, Kaohsiung 83301, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital and Chang Gung University College of Medicine, Kaohsiung 83301, Taiwan
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- Department of Electrical Engineering, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung 80778, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital and Chang Gung University College of Medicine, Kaohsiung 83301, Taiwan
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Wicaksono F, Yogiswara N, Kloping YP, Renaldo J, Soebadi MA, Soebadi DM. Comparative efficacy and safety between Micro-Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (Micro-PCNL) and retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS) for the management of 10–20 mm kidney stones in children: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2022; 80:104315. [PMID: 36045806 PMCID: PMC9422349 DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2022.104315] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2022] [Revised: 07/27/2022] [Accepted: 07/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Objectives Kidney stone in children is a recurring problem that requires multiple interventions over time. Minimally-invasive approach, such as Extracorporeal Shockwave Lithotripsy (ESWL) is recommended for moderately-sized stones. However, since ESWL is associated with multiple interventions, Micro-Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (Micro-PCNL) and Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS) can also be considered to treat kidney stones in pediatric patients. Both approaches have their respective advantages and disadvantages. In this study, we aimed to compare the efficacy and safety of Micro-PCNL and RIRS in pediatric patients with kidney stones. Methods This systematic review and meta-analysis adhered to the PRISMA guideline and Cochrane Handbook of intervention. The included studies were obtained from the PubMed and ScienceDirect databases. The protocol of this review has been registered in PROSPERO (CRD42021265894). The quality of the studies was assessed using the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale, outcomes were analyzed using STATA®16, and certainty of evidence was evaluated using GRADE. Results A total of 239 participants were included in this study, divided into the Micro-PCNL (n = 112) and RIRS (n = 127) procedure groups. Statistical analysis revealed a significantly lower requirement of postoperative stenting procedure in Micro-PCNL compared to RIRS (OR 0.09; 95%CI 0.02, 0.47; p < 0.01). However, no significant difference was found in stone-free rate (p = 0.86), operative time (p = 0.09), UTI incidence (p = 0.67), blood transfusion requirement (p = 0.95), and length of stay (p = 0.77). Conclusion Micro-PCNL is superior to RIRS in managing pediatric kidney stones,10–20 mm in size based on their comparable SFR and fewer requirements of additional stenting procedures. Micro-PCNL had a comparable SFR to RIRS in managing pediatric kidney stones,10–20 mm. Micro-PCNL had less requirement of stenting procedure than RIRS in managing pediatric kidney stones,10–20 mm. Micro-PCNL is superior to RIRS in managing pediatric kidney stones,10–20 mm.
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Tabib C, Whelan P, Kim C, Dionise Z, Soto-Palou F, Terry RS, Antonelli JA, Preminger GM, Lipkin ME. Benchtop Evaluation of Miniature Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy Lithotrites. J Endourol 2022; 36:1483-1488. [PMID: 35904417 DOI: 10.1089/end.2022.0052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is the preferred treatment for kidney stones >2cm. While PCNL has traditionally been performed using 24-30Fr access sheaths, there is a trend toward smaller sheaths and scopes to perform mini-PCNL (mPCNL). We performed benchtop assessment of multiple mPCNL lithotrites. METHODS One 1cm3, hard Begostone phantom was placed in a cylinder with four 5.5mm cylindrical openings to simulate the size of a 16.5Fr mPCNL sheath. Lithotripsy was performed with the 1.5mm and 1.9mm Trilogy, 1.83mm ShockPulse, or a 200m Holmium:YAG laser. Suction was used for the mechanical lithotrites. The Trilogy probes were set at 50% impact, 6Hz, 80% ultrasound and 10% suction. The ShockPulse was used at high-power setting with low suction. The 1.9mm Trilogy probe was used with a 15Fr mini-nephroscope. The 1.83mm ShockPulse, 1.5mm Trilogy and laser fiber were used with a 12Fr mini-nephroscope. The 120 W holmium laser was set at 0.5J/70Hz Moses-Distance. Ten independent runs were performed with modality. Time to complete stone clearance was recorded and mass stone clearance rates were calculated. RESULTS The Trilogy 1.9mm showed superior stone clearance rate (11.69 ± 3.68 mg/s) vs the SP 1.83mm (6.29 ± 1.37 mg/s, p=0.003), the laser fiber (4.73 ± 0.61 mg/s, p<0.0005), and the Trilogy 1.5mm (6.84± 1.21 mg/s). The 200m laser fiber was inferior to all mechanical lithotrites. There was no difference between the 1.5mm Trilogy and the 1.83mm ShockPulse (p=0.772). This translates to 3.9, 4.8 and 8.1 minutes less treatment time vs the 1.5mm Trilogy, SP, and laser, respectively, for a spherical 1.5cm diameter calcium oxalate monohydrate stone. CONCLUSION Among these four commonly used mPCNL lithotripters, the Trilogy 1.9 mm demonstrated superior stone clearance rates in this benchtop model versus the Ho:YAG laser, 1.83mm SP, and Trilogy 1.5mm. Future clinical testing is warranted to evaluate the optimal lithotrite for mPCNL.
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- Christian Tabib
- Duke University Medical Center, Surgery, Urology, 40 Medicine Circle, Clinic 1G, Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27710;
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- Chesapeake Urology Associates LLC, Hanover, Maryland, United States;
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- Duke University Medical Center, Surgery, Urology, Durham, North Carolina, United States;
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- Duke University Medical Center, Surgery, Urology, Durham, North Carolina, United States;
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- Duke University Medical Center, Surgery, Urology, Durham, North Carolina, United States;
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- University of Florida, Department of Urology, 1600 SW Archer Rd., Box 100247, Gainesville, Florida, United States, 32610-0247;
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- Duke University Medical Center, Urology, Durham, North Carolina, United States;
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- Duke University Medical Center, Urology, DUMC 3167, Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27710;
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- Duke University Medical Center, Surgery, Urology, DUMC 3167, Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27710;
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Gui H, Wang H, Kaushik D, Rodriguez R, Wang Z. Mini-Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy With an Endoscopic Surgical Monitoring System for the Management of Renal Stones: A Retrospective Evaluation. Front Surg 2022; 9:773270. [PMID: 35898587 PMCID: PMC9309435 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2022.773270] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2021] [Accepted: 06/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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PurposeTo compare the outcomes and postoperative quality of life of patients with renal calculi who underwent standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy (sPNL), mini-invasive percutaneous nephrolithotomy (mPNL) or mPNL with an endoscopic surgical monitoring system (ESMS) using a retrospective clinical trial.MethodsEighty-six adult patients with renal stones who were treated with sPNL were retrospectively compared to ninety-two patients who were treated with mPNL between July 2014 and December 2017. Next, further studies were retrospectively conducted using a matched paired method. The ninety-two patients treated with mPNL were divided into two groups based on whether the endoscopic surgical monitoring system (ESMS) was used (ESMS-mPNL vs. non-ESMS-mPNL). The ESMS used strain gauge transducers to measure the inflow and outflow of irrigation solution. Bleeding and fluid absorption during endoscopic surgery could be accurately calculated by computer program in ESMS.ResultsThe fluoroscopy time, complication rate, stone-free status and clinically insignificant residual fragment (CIRF) rate were not significantly different between the two groups (sPNL vs. mPNL). The mPNL group had a significantly longer operation time than the sPNL group, and the mPNL group exhibited a markedly reduced 12-h postoperative visual analogue pain scale (VAS) score, mean hospitalization time, and return to work time, had slightly reduced haemoglobin loss, and underwent more tubeless operations. Moreover, among the 92 patients who underwent mPNL, the operation time (P = 0.090), complication rate (P = 0.996), stone-free status (P = 0.731), CIRF rates (P = 0.125) and number of tubeless operations (P = 0.760) were not significantly different between the two subgroups (non-ESMS-mPNL vs. ESMS-mPNL); however, the patients in the ESMS-mPNL group had significantly longer irrigation times than those in the non-ESMS-mPNL subgroup, along with marked reductions in irrigation fluid, blood loss, haemoglobin loss, 12 h postoperative VAS score, mean hospitalization time, and return to work time.ConclusionsmPNL is less painful than sPNL in patients undergoing treatment for 20–40 mm renal stones. Similar stone-free rates were achieved by the two procedures, but mPNL was superior to sPNL in terms of blood loss, discomfort, hospitalization time and return to work time. We think that ESMS-mPNL is less painful for patients and more efficacious than non-ESMS-mPNL, and ESMS-mPNL achieves a stone-free rate that is similar to non-ESMS-mPNL in patients receiving treatment for 20–40 mm kidney stones.
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- Huiming Gui
- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, Gansu Nephro-Urological Clinical Center, Key Laboratory of Urological Diseases in Gansu Province, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, Gansu Nephro-Urological Clinical Center, Key Laboratory of Urological Diseases in Gansu Province, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Urology, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, TXUnited States
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- Department of Urology, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, TXUnited States
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, Gansu Nephro-Urological Clinical Center, Key Laboratory of Urological Diseases in Gansu Province, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, China
- Correspondence: Zhiping Wang
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Comparison of Ultra-Mini Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy and Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery for Renal Stones: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis from the KSER Update Series. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11061529. [PMID: 35329855 PMCID: PMC8950564 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11061529] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2022] [Revised: 03/01/2022] [Accepted: 03/07/2022] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Miniaturized percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) and retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS) for renal stones have been developed to overcome the invasive disadvantages of PCNL. We aimed to compare the therapeutic effect and safety of ultra-mini percutaneous nephrolithotomy (UMPCNL) and RIRS for renal stones using an updated systematic review and meta-analysis. We searched clinical trials comparing UMPCNL and RIRS for renal stones using the PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane Library, and Google Scholar databases up to October 2021. Seven studies were included in the current study. The renal stone size was 10–20 mm in three studies, 10–25 mm in one study, 10–35 mm in two studies, and not specified in one study. The stone-free rate of UMPCNL was higher than that of RIRS (p = 0.02; odds ratio (OR) = 2.01; 95% confidence interval (CI) = 1.12, 3.61). The complication rate showed no significant difference between UMPCNL and RIRS (p = 0.48; OR = 1.20; 95% CI = 0.73, 1.98). Regarding the operative time, UMPCNL was shorter than RIRS (p = 0.005; weighted mean difference (WMD) = −15.63; 95% CI = −26.60, −4.67). The hospital stay of UMPCNL was longer than that of RIRS (p = 0.0004; WMD = 1.48; 95% CI = 0.66, 2.31). UMPCNL showed higher efficacy than RIRS and similar safety to RIRS. UMPCNL may be a useful therapeutic option for moderate-sized renal stones.
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Mykoniatis I, Pietropaolo A, Pyrgidis N, Tishukov M, Anastasiadis A, Jones P, Keller EX, Talso M, Tailly T, Kalidonis P. Mini percutaneous nephrolithotomy versus standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy for the management of renal stones over 2 cm: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Minerva Urol Nephrol 2022; 74:409-417. [PMID: 35147386 DOI: 10.23736/s2724-6051.22.04678-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy (sPCNL) is recommended for renal stones over 2cm. Mini percutaneous nephrolithotomy (mPCNL) has also emerged as a promising technique in this setting. We performed a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing the safety and efficacy of sPCNL to mPCNL for the management of renal stones over 2cm. EVIDENCE ACQUISITION We systematically searched PubMed, Cochrane Library and Scopus databases until April 2021 and sources of grey literature for relevant RCTs. We performed a meta-analysis of odds ratios (ORs) to compare bleeding or other complications and stone-free rate (SFR) between sPCNL and mPCNL. Similarly, we undertook a metaanalysis of weighted mean differences for the mean operative and hospitalization time between the two techniques (PROSPERO: CRD42021241860). EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS Pooled data from 8 RCTs (2535 patients) were available for analysis. sPCNL was associated with a higher hemoglobin drop (0.59g/dl, 95%CI: 0.4-0.77, I2=93%), higher likelihood of postoperative blood transfusion (OR: 2.58, 95%CI: 1.03-6.45, I2=30%) and longer hospital stay (0.75 days, 95%CI: 0.45-1.05, I2=73%) compared to mPCNL. No significant differences were demonstrated in SFR (OR: 0.92, 95%CI: 0.74-1.16, I2=0%) and mean operative time (4.05 minutes, 95%CI: -9.45-1.37, I2=91%) after sPCNL versus mPCNL. Similarly, no significant differences were observed for postoperative fever, pain and Clavien-Dindo complications. CONCLUSIONS mPCNL represents a safe and effective technique and may be also recommended as a first-line treatment modality for well-selected patients with renal stones over 2cm. Still, further high-quality RCTs on the field are mandatory, since the overall level of evidence is low.
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- Ioannis Mykoniatis
- Department of Urology, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece - g_mikoniatis @hotmail.com
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- Department of Urology, University of Hospital Southampton NHS Trust, Southampton, UK
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- Department of Urology, Martha-Maria Hospital Nuremberg, Nuremberg, Germany
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- Department of Urology, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Department of Urology, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Department of Urology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Urology, University Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Urology, ASST Fatebenefratelli-Sacco, Luigi Sacco University Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Urology, University Hospital Ghent, Ghent, Belgium
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[How quickly can a complex stone be treated in percutaneous mini-nephrolithotomy?]. Prog Urol 2022; 32:451-457. [PMID: 35012861 DOI: 10.1016/j.purol.2021.12.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2021] [Revised: 11/01/2021] [Accepted: 12/03/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Knowing the treatment's time of a complex stone is important for operating programming. It depends on the installation time, renal access time and the rate of fragmentation. The main objective of the study is to calculate the processing speed of complex stones by the percutaneous mini-nephrolithotomy (mini-NLPC) technique. POPULATION AND METHODS A prospective single-center study was carried out between November 2019 and October 2020. Patients treated with mini-NLPC and with a result without fragment were included. The stone volume was measured using 3D reconstruction software and the operating time was differentiated into installation time, renal access time and fragmentation time. RESULTS Of the 36 patients treated by the percutaneous technique, 20 patients were included. The median 3D volume of the stones was 4145 mm3 (2211-6998). The median duration of the intervention time was 104.5min (80-125). The fragmentation speed was 48.2 mm3min-1 (30.2-62.5) taking into account the total duration of the intervention and 110.4 mm3min-1 (85.3-126.5) in taking into account only the duration of fragmentation. CONCLUSION The fragmentation speed for complex stones was 48.2 mm3min-1 (30.2-62.5) taking into account all the different operating times. It would be interesting to compare these results with that of ureteroscopy with the same methodology. LEVEL OF PROOF C.
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Dorantes-Carrillo LA, Basulto-Martínez M, Suárez-Ibarrola R, Heinze A, Proietti S, Flores-Tapia JP, Esqueda-Mendoza A, Giusti G. Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery Versus Miniaturized Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy for Kidney Stones >1cm: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Trials. Eur Urol Focus 2022; 8:259-270. [PMID: 33627307 DOI: 10.1016/j.euf.2021.02.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2020] [Revised: 01/19/2021] [Accepted: 02/09/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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CONTEXT Although miniaturized percutaneous nephrolithotomy (mPCNL) and retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS) are both options for treating >1cm kidney stones, controversies exist on whether one is more effective and safer than the other. OBJECTIVE To systematically appraise randomized trials comparing the effectiveness and safety of mPCNL and RIRS for treating >1cm kidney stones. EVIDENCE ACQUISITION A systematic search on PubMed/Medline, Web of Science, Embase, and ClinicalTrials.gov was conducted in August 2020 following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-analyses (PRISMA). Randomized trials comparing mPCNL and RIRS for >1cm kidney stones, and reporting stone-free rate (SFR), hemoglobin drop, transfusion rate, length of hospital stay (LOS), and/or complications, were included. EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS Eight studies compared mPCNL and RIRS, but one was not included due to its high risk of bias. SFR was higher for mPCNL (RR: 1.06 [95% coefficient interval {CI}, 1.01-1.10], p=0.008). Hemoglobin drop was higher for mPCNL (mean difference [MD]: 0.35 [95% CI, 0.05-0.65] g/dl, p=0.02); however, transfusion rates were similar (p=0.44). Complication rate was similar between mPCNL and RIRS (p=0.39), and the LOS was higher for mPCNL (MD: 1.11 [95% CI, 0.06-2.16] d, p=0.04). A subgroup analysis of lower pole stones showed that SFR was higher for mPCNL (RR: 1.09 [95% CI, 1.00-1.19], p=0.05). CONCLUSIONS Both approaches are effective and safe. Among these approaches, mPCNL has a higher SFR than RIRS for overall >1cm renal and lower pole stones, but longer LOS, and a higher hemoglobin drop that does not translate into higher transfusion rates. Complications are comparable. PATIENT SUMMARY Randomized trials have evaluated whether miniaturized percutaneous nephrolithotomy (mPCNL) or retrograde intrarenal surgery is more effective and safer for treating >1cm stones. After comparing the stone-free rate, hemoglobin drop, transfusion rate, length of hospital stay, and complications between both the approaches, mPCNL was found to be slightly more effective, but both were equally safe.
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- European Training Center in Endourology, Department of Urology, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy; Department of Urology, Hospital Regional de Alta Especialidad de la Península de Yucatán, Merida, Mexico.
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- Department of Urology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg Medical Centre, Freiburg, Germany
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- European Training Center in Endourology, Department of Urology, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Division of Nephrology, Urology and Transplant Surgery, Hospital Regional de Alta Especialidad de la Península de Yucatán, Merida, Mexico
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- Department of Urology, Hospital Regional de Alta Especialidad de la Península de Yucatán, Merida, Mexico
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- European Training Center in Endourology, Department of Urology, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy
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Size Distribution of Fragments by High-power Holmium Laser Lithotripsy in MiniPCNL with Suction. Curr Urol Rep 2021; 22:64. [PMID: 34913152 DOI: 10.1007/s11934-021-01072-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/11/2021] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Data are lacking on distribution of size of fragments created with the laser lithotripsy, stone density, and composition. Dust (< 1 mm) and small fragments (1-3 mm) may be too small to be efficiently removed with forceps compared to larger fragments (> 3 mm). We aim to report the size distribution of fragments formed during holmium laser lithotripsy. RECENT FINDINGS One hundred ten patients with renal calculi < 3 cm underwent miniPCNL using ClearPetra sheath (Well Lead Medical Co., China) with controllable irrigation and suction system that minimizes fragment dispersion and maximizes fragment aspiration. Moses holmium laser (Lumenis INC, Israel) was used with predefined laser energy settings for lithotripsy. Proportion of fragment size < 1 mm was 46.36 ± 16.68%, 1-3 mm was 28.18 ± 10.01%, and > 3 mm was 25.19 ± 16.18% for the entire cohort. Complete stone clearance at 48 h was achieved in 77.3% cases. The remaining 22.7% patients had complete clearance at 1-month follow-up CT. In all the stone density, volume, and composition groups, majority of fragments created were either < 1 mm or 1-3 mm. Only 25% fragments were > 3 mm that would get aspirated out through the sheath with suction or could be retrieved with forceps. The combination of a high-power holmium laser and suction would help in complete stone clearance with effective aspiration of smaller stone fragments and dust simultaneously during lasing.
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Desoky E, Sakr A, Elsayed ER, Ali MM. Ultra-mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy in flank-free modified supine position versus prone position in treatment of pediatric renal pelvic and lower calyceal stones. J Endourol 2021; 36:610-614. [PMID: 34861776 DOI: 10.1089/end.2021.0557] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To report the safety and efficacy of ultra-mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy (UMPCNL) in flank free modified supine (FFMS) and prone positions in management of pediatric renal calculi. PATIENTS & METHODS This prospective randomized study included 55 pediatric patients with symptomatic renal stones and suitable for ultra-mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy. They were randomized into two groups. Group A included 28 patients who were treated by UMPCNL in FFMS position (with a pad below the ipsilateral shoulder and buttocks, putting ipsilateral upper limb over the chest, and crossing the extended ipsilateral lower limb over the flexed contralateral one) and Group B included 27 patients treated by UMPCNL in the prone position. In both groups dilatation was done to 13 French sheath allowing the introduction of 6/7.5 French semi-rigid ureteroscope and fragmentation of stones by Ho:YAG laser with a 550-μm fiber laser lithotripter. RESULTS The operation time in FFMS position UMPCNL group was significantly shorter than prone position UMPCNL group (84.3±9.87 vs. 99.3±8.75) minutes with p=0.022. There was no significant difference between both groups in terms of stone free rate (89.3% vs. 88.9%), overall complication rate (including transient fever) (21.4% vs. 18.5%), post-operative pain (VAS score) (3.4±0.8 vs. 3.3±0.9), or hospital stay (3.53±0.8 vs. 4.1±1.1) days. CONCLUSION Both ultra-mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy in FFMs and prone positions are feasible, safe and effective in treatment of pediatric renal stones with relatively shorter operative time in FFMS position.
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- Esam Desoky
- Zagazig University, Urology, 42 Mostafa Foad St.-Manshiet Abaza, Zagazig, Egypt, 44511;
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- Zagazig University, urology, zagazig, Egypt;
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- Zagazig university hospital, Urology , Egypt -sharkia, Zagazig, Zagazig , Sharkia, Egypt, 44111;
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- Zagazig University Faculty of Human Medicine, 68865, urology, Al-Sharqia, Zagazig, Bahr street, Zagazig, Egypt, Zagazig, Egypt, 44519, EGYPT;
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Jiang P, Brevik A, Clayman RV. The Life and Death of Percutaneous Stone Removal: "Looking Back-Looking Forward". Urol Clin North Am 2021; 49:119-128. [PMID: 34776046 DOI: 10.1016/j.ucl.2021.07.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Although percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is less morbid than open surgery, it still carries risks of significant complications as well as injury to the renal parenchyma. Flexible ureteroscopic stone removal, although causes no appreciable damage to the renal parenchyma, has limitations, most notably, a lower stone-free rate than PCNL. Advances in our knowledge regarding ureteral physiology combined with technical developments applied to ureteral access sheath deployment and size may well propel retrograde intrarenal surgery to the forefront of kidney stone removal, regardless of stone size or location.
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- Pengbo Jiang
- Department of Urology, University of California - Irvine, 333 City Boulevard West, Suite 2100, Orange, CA 92868, USA.
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- Department of Urology, University of California - Irvine, 333 City Boulevard West, Suite 2100, Orange, CA 92868, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of California - Irvine, 333 City Boulevard West, Suite 2100, Orange, CA 92868, USA
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Liu X, Xia D, Peng E, Tong Y, Liu H, Wang X, He Y, Chen Z, Tang K. Comparison of two techniques for the management of 2-3 cm lower pole renal calculi in obese patients. World J Urol 2021; 40:513-518. [PMID: 34766214 DOI: 10.1007/s00345-021-03872-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2021] [Accepted: 10/26/2021] [Indexed: 10/19/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To compare the outcomes of mini percutaneous nephrolithotomy (mPNL) and retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS) for the management of 2-3 cm lower pole renal calculi (LPC) in obese patients. PATIENTS AND METHODS 120 obese patients with 2-3 cm LPC were randomly divided into mPNL group and RIRS group. Demography, clinical characteristics, perioperative complications, and stone free rate (SFR) were recorded. Stone-free status means no stone on computed tomography 3 months after surgery, or residual fragments were less than 3 mm. RESULTS Baseline characteristics were similar between the two groups. The mean stone burden was 585.39 ± 131.06 mm2 in the mPNL group and 548.64 ± 123.55 mm2 in the RIRS group (P = 0.125). The SFR of mPNL group was significantly better than that of RIRS group (86.2% vs 61.4%, P = 0.002). Besides, the overall complication rate was 22.4% in the mPNL group and 7% in the RIRS group (P = 0.02). Patients performed with mPNL required longer length of hospital stay than those with RIRS (P = 0.001). There were no significant differences in operative time and stone composition between the two groups. CONCLUSION In our study, both mPNL and RIRS are safe and effective techniques for the treatment of 2-3 cm LPC in obese patients. Compared to RIRS, mPNL has better SFR at the expense of the higher incidence of complications and prolonged length of hospital stay.
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- Xiao Liu
- Department of Urology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Department of Urology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Department of Urology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Department of Urology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Department of Urology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Department of Urology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Department of Urology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Department of Urology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China.
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- Department of Urology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China.
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Gao X, Wang W, Peng L, Di X, Xiao K, Chen J, Jin T. Comparison of Micro-Percutaneous and Mini-Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy in the Treatment of Renal Stones: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Front Surg 2021; 8:743017. [PMID: 34671640 PMCID: PMC8522995 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2021.743017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2021] [Accepted: 09/03/2021] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Background: To assess the efficacy and safety of micro-percutaneous nephrolithotomy (Microperc) and mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy (Miniperc) in the treatment of moderately sized renal stones. Methods: Literature search of PubMed, Web of Science, and Embase was performed prior to January 2021. We used odds ratios (OR) and weighted mean difference (WMD) for dichotomous variables and continuous variables, respectively. Results were pooled using Review Manager version 5.3 software. Results: A total of six studies involving 291 Microperc and 328 Miniperc cases was included. The overall stone-free rate (SFR) of Microperc was 87.29% (254/291), while the SFR of Miniperc was 86.59% (284/328). Microperc was associated with lower hemoglobin drop (WMD: -0.98; P = 0.03) and higher renal colic requiring D-J stent insertion (OR: 3.49; P = 0.01). No significant differences existed between Microperc and Miniperc with respect to SFR (OR: 1.10; P = 0.69), urinary tract infection (OR: 0.38; P = 0.18), operative time (WMD: -5.76; P = 0.62), and hospital stay time (WMD: -1.04; P = 0.07). Conclusions: Our meta-analysis demonstrated that Microperc could produce an SFR that was comparable with that of Miniperc. Microperc was associated with lower hemoglobin drop, while Miniperc was associated with lower renal colic rates. In addition, the operation time and hospital stay time for both these procedures were similar.
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- Xiaoshuai Gao
- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology (Laboratory of Reconstructive Urology), West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology (Laboratory of Reconstructive Urology), West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology (Laboratory of Reconstructive Urology), West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology (Laboratory of Reconstructive Urology), West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology (Laboratory of Reconstructive Urology), West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology (Laboratory of Reconstructive Urology), West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology (Laboratory of Reconstructive Urology), West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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Qin P, Zhang D, Huang T, Fang L, Cheng Y. Comparison of mini percutaneous nephrolithotomy and standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy for renal stones >2cm: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Int Braz J Urol 2021; 48:637-648. [PMID: 34786926 PMCID: PMC9306366 DOI: 10.1590/s1677-5538.ibju.2021.0347] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2021] [Accepted: 09/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The purpose is to compare the efficacy and safety of mini percutaneous nephrolithotomy (mini-PCNL) versus standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy (standard-PCNL) in patients with renal stones >2cm. MATERIALS AND METHODS A systematic literature search was conducted in PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, and the Cochrane Library databases to identify relevant studies before March 8, 2021. Stone-free rate (SFR), operation time, fever rate, hemoglobin drop, blood transfusion rate, and hospitalization time were used as outcomes to compare mini-PCNL and standard-PCNL. The meta-analysis was performed using the Review Manager version 5.4. RESULTS Seven randomized controlled trials were included in our meta-analysis, involving 1407 mini-PCNL cases and 1436 standard-PCNL cases. Our results reveal that, for renal stones >2cm, mini-PCNL has a similar SFR (risk ratio (RR)=1.01, 95% confidence interval (CI): 0.98 to 1.04, p=0.57) and fever rate (RR=1.22, 95% CI: 0.97-1.51, p=0.08). Standard-PCNL was associated with a significantly shorter operating time (weighted mean difference (WMD)=8.23, 95% CI: 3.44 to 13.01, p <0.01) and a longer hospitalization time (WMD=-20.05, 95% CI: -29.28 to -10.81, p <0.01) than mini-PCNL. Subgroup analysis showed hemoglobin drop and blood transfusion for 30F standard-PCNL were more common than mini-PCNL (WMD=-0.95, 95% CI: -1.40 to -0.50, p <0.01; RR=0.20, 95% CI: 0.07 to 0.58, p <0.01). CONCLUSION In the treatment of >2cm renal stones, mini-PCNL should be considered an effective and reliable alternative to standard-PCNL (30F). It achieves a comparable SFR to standard-PCNL, but with less blood loss, lower transfusion rate, and shorter hospitalization. However, the mini-PCNL does not show a significant advantage over the 24F standard-PCNL. On the contrary, this procedure takes a longer operation time. TRIAL REGISTRATION This meta-analysis was reported consistent with the PRISMA statement and was registered on PROSPERO, with registration number 2021CRD42021234893.
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- Pengfei Qin
- School of Medicine, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, China
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- School of Medicine, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Urology, The Center for Uro-nephrological Diseases, Ningbo First Hospital, Ningbo, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Urology, The Center for Uro-nephrological Diseases, Ningbo First Hospital, Ningbo, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Urology, The Center for Uro-nephrological Diseases, Ningbo First Hospital, Ningbo, Zhejiang, China
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Wu J, Sang G, Liu Y, Liu L, Chen Z. Pooled-analysis of efficacy and safety of minimally invasive versus standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy. Medicine (Baltimore) 2021; 100:e27014. [PMID: 34477130 PMCID: PMC8415934 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000027014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2021] [Accepted: 08/04/2021] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND This study aimed to assess the efficacy and safety of minimally invasive percutaneous nephrolithotomy (MPCNL) versus standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy in patients with renal and upper ureteric stones. METHODS We conducted a pooled analysis on randomized controlled trials (RCTs). The eligible RCTs were selected from the following databases: MEDLINE, Embase, Web of Science, and the Cochrane Library. The reference lists of retrieved studies were also investigated. RESULTS Our analysis included 10 RCTs with 1612 patients. Pooled data from 10 RCTs revealed the following: stone-free rate (odds ratio = 1.46, 95% confidence interval (CI) [1.12,1.88], P = .004), operative time (mean difference [MD] = 4.10, 95% CI [-1.37,9.56], P = .14), length of hospital stay (MD = -15.31, 95% CI [-29.43,-1.19], P = .03), hemoglobin decrease (MD = -0.86, 95% CI [-1.19,-0.53], P < .00001), postoperative fever (MD = 0.83, 95% CI [0.49,1.40], P = .49), and urine leakage (MD = 0.59, 95% CI [0.25,1.37], P = .22). Besides, we performed sub-group analysis based on vacuum suction effect and multiple kidney stones. For vacuum suction effect, it revealed the following: stone-free rate in vacuum suction group (P = .007) and in non-vacuum suction group (P = .19). Operative time in vacuum suction group (P = .89), non-vacuum suction group (P = .16). Postoperative fever in vacuum suction group (P = .49), non-vacuum suction group (P = .85). CONCLUSION This pooled analysis indicated that MPCNL was a safe and effective method for treating renal stones compared with standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy. Besides, the vacuum suction effect in MPCNL played a more important role. When it comes to multiple or staghorn stones, the longer operative time in MPCNL could not be ignored.
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- Jun Wu
- Department of Urology, Navy 971 Hospital of PLA Qingdao, China
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- Department of Operating Room, The Affiliated Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital of Qingdao University, Yantai, China
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- Department of Urology, The Affiliated Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital of Qingdao University, Yantai, China
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- Department of Urology, Weifang People's Hospital, Weifang, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Urology, Weifang People's Hospital, Weifang, Shandong Province, China
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Wu ZH, Wang YZ, Liu TZ, Wang XH, Zheng H, Zhang YG. Double-Sheath Vacuum Suction Minimally Invasive Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy for Management of Large Renal Stones. Urol Int 2021; 106:1241-1245. [PMID: 34515252 DOI: 10.1159/000518259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2020] [Accepted: 06/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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OBJECTIVES This study aimed to describe a novel double-sheath vacuum suction minimally invasive percutaneous nephrolithotomy (mini-PCNL) to overcome the deficiencies of the conventional procedure. PATIENTS AND METHODS Between March 2019 and December 2019, 65 patients (37 males and 28 females) with a mean age of 41 years (range 23-69) underwent mini-PCNL with double-sheath vacuum suction. It consisted of an F20 Y-shaped sheath as an outer sheath and an F16 Y-shaped sheath as an inner sheath, in which the inner sheath was longer than the outer sheath. The oblique arm of the outer sheath and the inner sheath was connected to the perfusion inflow and the vacuum suction, respectively. A 550-μm holmium-YAG laser was introduced for stone fragmentation through the working channel of the mini-nephroscope, which was no longer connected to the perfusion fluid. RESULTS All procedures were successful. Mean operation time was 50.2 min (range 39-83). Mean hemoglobin decrease was 5.2 g/L (range 1.0-15.5), and no patient needed a blood transfusion. One patient (1.5%) with low fever (<38°C) at day 1 had returned to normal at day 2 without administration of antibiotics. There were no Clavien grade 2-4 complications. Mean postoperative hospital stay was 2.4 days (range 2-6). The initial stone-free rate of PCNL was 81.53% (53 of 65 patients). One month after surgery, the final stone-free rate increased to 90.77% (59/65 patients). CONCLUSIONS The double-sheath vacuum suction mini-PCNL is a safe and effective modality for large renal stones, which might increase the efficiency of stone extraction with low intrapelvic pressure.
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- Zhong-Hua Wu
- Department of Urology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China,
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- Department of Urology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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Percutaneous extraction of big kidney stone without fragmentation: The novel technique in percutaneous nephrolithotomy (EN BLOC PCNL). Urol Case Rep 2021; 39:101749. [PMID: 34189052 PMCID: PMC8220178 DOI: 10.1016/j.eucr.2021.101749] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2021] [Revised: 06/06/2021] [Accepted: 06/08/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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PCNL is gold standard treatment of pelvis stone more than 2 cm. Since 1970 that PCNL was introduced, multiple methods including mini PCNL, Lap assisted PCNL etc. were used to increase the efficacy and decrease the complications of PCNL in different patients. We describe a new method of PCNL for the first time for extracting 7 cm renal stone without fragmentation, and we called it EN BLOC PCNL. Our technique had no complication and caused lower operative time.
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Hosseini MM, Irani D, Altofeyli A, Eslahi A, Basiratnia M, Haghpanah A, Adib A, Ahmed F. Outcome of Mini-Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy in Patients Under the Age of 18: An Experience With 112 Cases. Front Surg 2021; 8:613812. [PMID: 34211997 PMCID: PMC8239139 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2021.613812] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2020] [Accepted: 05/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Purpose: Renal calculi are becoming more common among children. Although, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) is the first choice in this age group, minimal invasive surgeries, such as percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL), are indicated for some patients. Recently, PCNL devices have become smaller in size with acceptable efficacy and lower complications. We evaluated the outcomes and complications of mini-PCNL (MPCNL) surgery in our referral training centers. Materials and Methods: Between September 2012 and January 2020, a total of 112 children under the age of 18, who had shown failure of ESWL, and/or their parents refused to do it, underwent MPCNL (15 Fr). The patients' profiles were reviewed for data collection including preoperative and stone data, operation information, and postoperative complications. Results: Of 112 patients, 69 were boys, and 43 were girls. Their mean age was 8.6 years (14 months to 18 years). Mean stone size was 20 mm (14–34 mm). Seventy-four cases had renal pelvic stone, 22 had pelvis and lower pole, and 16 had staghorn. The mean operation time was 65 min (35–100 min), and mean radiation time was 0.6 min (0.2–1.4 min). Low-grade fever was detected in 14 patients (12.5%). Four patients needed blood transfusion and two had increased creatinine, which improved with conservative management. One patient developed urosepsis that resolved with antibiotic therapy. None of the patients had kidney perforation or other organ injury or death. Early stone-free rate (SFR) after operation was 90.2% (101 patients). Six patients had residual fragment <5 mm, which passed spontaneously in 2 weeks after operation (total SFR 95.3%). Three patients underwent second-look nephroscopy, and ureteroscopy was done for two patients due to migrated stone fragments to the distal ureter. Conclusion: MPCNL is recommended as a safe alternative option for treatment of the nephrolithiasis in children with good outcome and acceptable complications.
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- Mohammad Mehdi Hosseini
- Shiraz Nephrology-Urology Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Urology, Shaheed Faghihi Hospital, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Urology, Shaheed Faghihi Hospital, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Shiraz Geriatric Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Shiraz Nephrology-Urology Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Urology, Shaheed Faghihi Hospital, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Urology, Urology Research Center, Al-Thora General Hospital, Ibb University of Medical Since, Ibb, Yemen
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Wu ZH, Liu TZ, Wang XH, Wang YZ, Zheng H, Zhang YG. Double-sheath vacuum suction versus vacuum-assisted sheath minimally invasive percutaneous nephrolithotomy for management of large renal stones: single-center experience. World J Urol 2021; 39:4255-4260. [PMID: 34032912 DOI: 10.1007/s00345-021-03731-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2021] [Accepted: 05/11/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To compare double-sheath vacuum suction minimally invasive percutaneous nephrolithotomy (DS-mini-PCNL) with vacuum-assisted mini-PCNL (VS-mini-PCNL) and to better define the potential benefits of DS-mini-PCNL. METHODS Between July 2019 and May 2020, 117 patients with large radiopaque renal stones underwent mini-PCNL. Of these, 63 underwent DS-mini-PCNL and 54 underwent VS-mini-PCNL. For VS-mini-PCNL, a F20 Y-shaped sheath was used and the oblique arm of the sheath was connected to the vacuum suction. For DS-mini-PCNL, the oblique arm of a F20 Y-shaped sheath (the outer sheath) and a F16 Y-shaped sheath (the inner sheath) was connected to the perfusion inflow and the vacuum suction, respectively. A 550-μm holmium-YAG laser was used for stone fragmentation. RESULTS Compared with VS-mini-PCNL group, DS-mini-PCNL group had significantly shorter operative time (35.78 ± 7.77 min vs. 44.56 ± 13.19 min; P = 0.000) and significantly lower fever rate (1.6% vs. 11.1%; P = 0.048). It was not significantly different between the two groups despite the higher initial stone-free rate seen for DS-mini-PCNL group relative to VS-mini-PCNL group (87.7% vs. 81.5%, P = 0.346). Auxiliary procedure rates were 4.8% (three patients) in DS-mini-PCNL group and 16.7% (nine patients) in VS-mini-PCNL group, with a significant difference (P = 0.034). The difference in the final stone-free rate between the two groups was rendered insignificant (93.8% vs. 89.1%, P = 0.510). CONCLUSIONS DS-mini-PCNL is a safe and effective modality for large renal stones, which could increase the efficiency of stone extraction and decrease infectious complications compared with VS-mini-PCNL.
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- Zhong-Hua Wu
- Department of Urology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Donghu Road #169, Wuchang District, Wuhan, 430071, Hubei, China
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- Department of Urology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Donghu Road #169, Wuchang District, Wuhan, 430071, Hubei, China.
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- Department of Urology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Donghu Road #169, Wuchang District, Wuhan, 430071, Hubei, China.
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- Department of Urology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Donghu Road #169, Wuchang District, Wuhan, 430071, Hubei, China
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- Department of Urology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Donghu Road #169, Wuchang District, Wuhan, 430071, Hubei, China
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- Department of Urology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Donghu Road #169, Wuchang District, Wuhan, 430071, Hubei, China
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Singh AG, Palaniappan S, Jai S, Tak G, Ganpule A, Sabnis R, Desai M. The clinical outcomes of laser with suction device in mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy. Asian J Urol 2021; 9:63-68. [PMID: 35198398 PMCID: PMC8841240 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajur.2021.05.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2020] [Revised: 07/28/2020] [Accepted: 11/27/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Zeng G, Zhong W, Pearle M, Choong S, Chew B, Skolarikos A, Liatsikos E, Pal SK, Lahme S, Durutovic O, Farahat Y, Khadgi S, Desai M, Chi T, Smith D, Hoznek A, Papatsoris A, Desai J, Mazzon G, Somani B, Eisner B, Scoffone CM, Nguyen D, Ferretti S, Giusti G, Saltirov I, Maroccolo MV, Gökce MI, Straub M, Bernardo N, Lantin PL, Saulat S, Gamal W, Denstedt J, Ye Z, Sarica K. European Association of Urology Section of Urolithiasis and International Alliance of Urolithiasis Joint Consensus on Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy. Eur Urol Focus 2021; 8:588-597. [PMID: 33741299 DOI: 10.1016/j.euf.2021.03.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2020] [Revised: 12/10/2020] [Accepted: 03/02/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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CONTEXT Although percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) has been performed for decades and has gone through many refinements, there are still concerns regarding its more widespread utilization because of the long learning curve and the potential risk of severe complications. Many technical details are not included in the guidelines because of their nature and research protocol. OBJECTIVE To achieve an expert consensus viewpoint on PCNL indications, preoperative patient preparation, surgical strategy, management and prevention of severe complications, postoperative management, and follow-up. EVIDENCE ACQUISITION An international panel of experts from the Urolithiasis Section of the European Association of Urology, International Alliance of Urolithiasis, and other urology associations was enrolled, and a prospectively conducted study, incorporating literature review, discussion on research gaps (RGs), and questionnaires and following data analysis, was performed to reach a consensus on PCNL. EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS The expert panel consisted of 36 specialists in PCNL from 20 countries all around the world. A consensus on PCNL was developed. The expert panel was not as large as expected, and the discussion on RGs did not bring in more supportive evidence in the present consensus. CONCLUSIONS Adequate preoperative preparation, especially elimination of urinary tract infection prior to PCNL, accurate puncture with guidance of fluoroscopy and/or ultrasonography or a combination, keeping a low intrarenal pressure, and shortening of operation time during PCNL are important technical requirements to ensure safety and efficiency in PCNL. PATIENT SUMMARY Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) has been a well-established procedure for the management of upper urinary tract stones. However, according to an expert panel consensus, core technical aspects, as well as the urologist's experience, are critical to the safety and effectiveness of PCNL.
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- Guohua Zeng
- Department of Urology and Guangdong Key Laboratory of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Urology and Guangdong Key Laboratory of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Urology, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, USA
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- Institute of Urology, University College Hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Urologic Sciences, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Department of Urology, University Hospital of Patras, University of Patras, Patras, Greece
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- Department of Urology, Siloah St. Trudpert Hospital, Pforzheim, Germany
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- Department of Urology, Clinic of Urology, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Urology, Sheikh Khalifa General Hospital, Umm Al Quwain, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Urology, Vayodha Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Urology, Muljibhai Patel Urological Hospital, Nadiad, India
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- Department of Urology, University of California, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- Institute of Urology, University College Hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Urology, Mondor Hospital, Créteil, France
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- Department of Urology, Samved Hospital, Ahmedabad, India
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- Department of Urology, San Bassiano Hospital, Vicenza, Italy
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- Department of Urology, University Hospital Southampton, Southampton, UK
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- Deparment of Urology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Urology, Hospital and University of Parma, Parma, Italy
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- Department of Urology, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Urology and Nephrology, Military Medical Academy, Sofia, Bulgaria
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- Department of Urology, Ankara University School of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Urology, Technical University Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Urology, Hospital de Clinicas Jose de San Martin, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Department of Urology, Sindh Institution of Urology and Transplantation, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Urology, Sohag University Hospital, Sohag, Egypt
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- Division of Urology, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Urology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China.
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- Department of Urology, Biruni University, Medical School, Istanbul, Turkey.
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Micoogullari U, Yucel C, Sueluzgen T, Kisa E, Keskin MZ, Isoglu CS, Ilbey YO. Effects of severe hydronephrosis on the outcomes of percutaneous nephrolithotomy with one-shot dilation method. Urologia 2021; 89:221-225. [PMID: 33709845 DOI: 10.1177/03915603211001175] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the effect of the presence of severe hydronephrosis on percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PNL) outcome in patients who underwent PNL operation with one-shot dilatation technique. MATERIALS AND METHODS Medical data of 989 patients underwent PNL operation in our clinic between 2012 and 2018 were retrospectively reviewed. We included 373 of the patients underwent PNL operation due to renal pelvic stone, who were older than 18 years of age, who did not have any urinary tract abnormality, and had no previous history of open renal stone operation. Patients were divided into two groups according to the presence of severe hydronephrosis and absence of hydronephrosis. These two groups were compared in terms of age, gender, body mass index (BMI), number of stones, stone burden, operation duration, fluoroscopy time, hospitalization time, hemoglobin and creatinine change, complications, and stone free rate. RESULTS There was no statistically significant difference between the groups in terms of age, gender, BMI, stone number, stone size, stone density, operation duration, fluoroscopy time, and hospitalization duration. The mean change in hemoglobin was 1.5 g/dL in group 1 and 1.1 g/dL in group 2. This difference was statistically significant (p = 0.006). Postoperative blood transfusion was required for 3 patients (2.1%) in group 1 and 12 patients (5.1%) in group 2. This difference was statistically significant (p < 0.001). CONCLUSION Only the presence of severe hydronephrosis was found to be associated with the change in hemoglobin and postoperative blood transfusion.
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- Uygar Micoogullari
- Department of Urology, Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Urology, Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Urology, Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Urology, Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Urology, Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, Izmir, Turkey
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El-Nahas AR, Khadgi S, Diab M, Al-Terki A. Definition and Unfavorable Risk Factors of Trifecta in Mini-Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy. J Endourol 2021; 35:1140-1145. [PMID: 33554728 DOI: 10.1089/end.2020.1192] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
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Objectives: In performing mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL), we aimed at achieving the trifecta of stone-free status and no complications in a single treatment session. We analyzed our experience to determine negative predictors for achieving these three-fold goals. Patients and Methods: The data of all consecutive patients who underwent tubeless mini-PCNL between July 2015 and March 2020 in two hospitals were retrospectively reviewed. Stone-free was defined as no residual stones. Complications were recorded and graded according to modified Clavien classification. Patients were divided into two groups according to the outcome (trifecta and non-trifecta). Factors affecting the outcome were compared between both groups by using univariate and multivariate analyses to detect independent unfavorable risk factors. Results: The study included 944 patients with mean age 40.2 years (standard deviation: 13.6). The stone-free rate after one session of mini-PCNL was 90.7%. Auxiliary procedures were needed in 14 patients (1.5%). Complications were observed in 76 patients (8.1%). Trifecta was achieved in 792 patients (84%). Independent unfavorable risk factors in multivariate analysis were number of caliceal groups affected by the stones (relative risks were 1.95 to 2.27 and 5.7 for one, two, and three caliceal groups respectively) and number of percutaneous tracts (relative risk was 2.2). Stone size and complexity were not significant predictors of missing trifecta in multivariate analysis. Conclusions: Mini-PCNL can achieve a high rate of trifecta (84%) for different stone sizes and complexities. Stones distribution in multiple caliceal groups and multiple tracts are the independent unfavorable risk factor.
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- Ahmed R El-Nahas
- Urology and Nephrology Center, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt.,Urology Unit, AL-Amiri Hospital, Kuwait, Kuwait
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- Department of Urology, Vayodha Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal
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Thakur A, Sharma AP, Devana SK, Parmar KM, Mavuduru RS, Bora GS, Mandal AK. Does Miniaturization Actually Decrease Bleeding After Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy? A Single-Center Randomized Trial. J Endourol 2021; 35:451-456. [PMID: 33040600 DOI: 10.1089/end.2020.0533] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023] Open
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Introduction: Miniaturization of percutaneous nephrolithotomy (mPCNL) was proposed to decrease postoperative bleeding, as there is decreased parenchymal injury compared with standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy (SPCNL). Published randomized controlled trials (RCTs) evaluating bleeding after mPCNL have shown conflicting results. Hence, the evidence to say that mPCNL offers less postoperative bleeding is not robust. Materials and Methods: Prospective RCT was done by comparing mPCNL and SPCNL for treatment of renal stones of size 1 to 3 cm. Patients with active urinary tract infection, renal malformation, uncorrected coagulopathy, and raised serum creatinine (>1.5 mg/dL) were excluded. Blood loss was evaluated by measuring fall in hemoglobin and hematocrit on postoperative day 1. Postoperative pain was evaluated by visual analogue scale (VAS) score at 6, 24, and 48 hours. Results: A total of 60 patients (30 in each arm) were enrolled during the study period. All the baseline preoperative variables were comparable in both the groups. The SPCNL group had a significantly higher drop in hematocrit level as compared with mPCNL (4.6 ± 3.1% vs 3.1 ± 2.1%, p = 0.02). The mean fall in hemoglobin was higher in SPCNL as compared with mPCNL (1.61 ± 0.9 gm% vs 1.21 ± 0.7 gm%, p = 0.07), but it was not significant. Blood transfusion (BT) rate was comparable in both the groups (one patient in each group). The mPCNL group had significantly less VAS scores at 6 hours (3.27 ± 1.20 vs 4.40 ± 1.52, p = 0.002) and 24 hours (2.10 ± 0.54 vs 2.83 ± 1.05, p = 0.001) after surgery. Postoperative complications and hospital stay were comparable in both the arms. Conclusion: mPCNL is associated with less postoperative bleeding and pain than SPCNL. However, the small tract size does not prevent against the clinically significant bleeding requiring BT.
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- Abhishek Thakur
- Department of Urology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, India
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- Department of Urology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, India
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- Department of Urology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, India
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- Department of Urology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, India
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- Department of Urology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, India
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- Department of Urology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, India
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- Department of Urology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, India
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Jiao B, Luo Z, Huang T, Zhang G, Yu J. A systematic review and meta-analysis of minimally invasive vs. standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy in the surgical management of renal stones. Exp Ther Med 2021; 21:213. [PMID: 33574911 PMCID: PMC7818531 DOI: 10.3892/etm.2021.9645] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2019] [Accepted: 06/24/2020] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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The present study aimed to assess current evidence on the effectiveness and safety of minimally invasive vs. standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) in the management of renal stones. A systematic search of electronic databases, which included PubMed, EMBASE and the Cochrane Library up to May 2019 was performed. Using Review Manager statistical software (version 5.3), primary outcomes, including stone-free rates (SFRs), were evaluated. Meanwhile, analysis was also performed to compare secondary outcomes, such as peri- and postoperative complications and operative data. Fourteen studies involving 1,611 patients with renal stones were analyzed based on the inclusion criteria. On the basis of the present analysis, mini percutaneous nephrolithotomy (MPCNL) was proven to have non-inferior clinical efficacy with respect to the SFR compared with PCNL [odds ratio (OR)=1.10; 95% confidence interval (CI), 0.84-1.44; P=0.48]. In addition, the meta-analysis showed that MPCNL had a significantly lower hemoglobin decrease [mean difference (MD)=-0.68; 95% CI, -1.05 to -0.31; P=0.0003] and fewer blood transfusions (OR=0.36; 95% CI, 0.18-0.71; P=0.003) compared with PCNL. Moreover, the MPCNL group had a shorter inpatient stay (MD=-0.81; 95% CI, -1.55 to -0.08; P=0.03) compared with the PCNL group. However, the overall evidence was insufficient to suggest a statistically significant difference in the adverse event profile for MPCNL compared with PCNL. The present meta-analysis indicates that MPCNL is an effective method for treating renal stones. Compared with PCNL, MPCNL not only has similarly high SFRs but is also associated with less blood loss, fewer blood transfusions, more favorable recovery time and shorter inpatient stays. However, the findings of the present study should be further confirmed by well-designed prospective randomized controlled trials with a larger patient series.
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- Binbin Jiao
- Department of Urology, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing 100029, P.R. China.,Graduate School, Peking Union Medical College and Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing 100730, P.R. China
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- Department of Urology, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing 100029, P.R. China.,Medical College, Peking University China-Japan Friendship School of Clinical Medicine, Beijing 100029, P.R. China
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- Department of Urology, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing 100029, P.R. China.,Medical College, Peking University China-Japan Friendship School of Clinical Medicine, Beijing 100029, P.R. China
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- Department of Urology, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing 100029, P.R. China.,Graduate School, Peking Union Medical College and Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing 100730, P.R. China.,Medical College, Peking University China-Japan Friendship School of Clinical Medicine, Beijing 100029, P.R. China
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- Department of Urology, Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, Jinan, Shandong 250021, P.R. China
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Kim CH, Chung DY, Rha KH, Lee JY, Lee SH. Effectiveness of Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy, Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery, and Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy for Treatment of Renal Stones: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2020. [PMID: 33396839 DOI: 10.3390/medicina56100537,october13,2020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/23/2023]
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Background and objectives: To perform a updated systematic review and meta-analysis comparing effectiveness of percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL), retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS), and extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) for treatment of renal stones (RS). Materials and Methods: A total of 37 studies were included in this systematic review and meta-analysis about effectiveness to treat RS. Endpoints were stone-free rates (SFR), incidence of auxiliary procedure, retreatment, and complications. We also conducted a sub-analysis of ≥2 cm stones. Results: First, PCNL had the highest SFR than others regardless of stone sizes and RIRS showed a higher SFR than ESWL in <2 cm stones. Second, auxiliary procedures were higher in ESWL than others, and it did not differ between PCNL and RIRS. Finally, in <2 cm stones, the retreatment rate of ESWL was higher than others. RIRS required significantly more retreatment procedures than PCNL in ≥2 cm stones. Complication was higher in PCNL than others, but there was no statistically significant difference in complications between RIRS and PCNL in ≥2 cm stones. For ≥2 cm stones, PCNL had the highest SFR, and auxiliary procedures and retreatment rates were significantly lower than others. Conclusions: We suggest that PCNL is a safe and effective treatment, especially for large RS.
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- Chan Hee Kim
- Department of Nursing Science, College of Nursing, Gachon University, Incheon 22212, Korea
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- Department of Urology, Inha University School of Medicine, Incheon 22212, Korea
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- Department of Urology, Severance Hospital, Urological Science Institute, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul 03722, Korea
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- Department of Urology, Severance Hospital, Urological Science Institute, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul 03722, Korea
- Center of Evidence Based Medicine, Institute of Convergence Science, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Korea
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- Department of Nursing Science, College of Nursing, Gachon University, Incheon 22212, Korea
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Kim CH, Chung DY, Rha KH, Lee JY, Lee SH. Effectiveness of Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy, Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery, and Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy for Treatment of Renal Stones: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2020; 57:26. [PMID: 33396839 PMCID: PMC7823824 DOI: 10.3390/medicina57010026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2020] [Revised: 12/21/2020] [Accepted: 12/26/2020] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Background and objectives: To perform a updated systematic review and meta-analysis comparing effectiveness of percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL), retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS), and extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) for treatment of renal stones (RS). Materials and Methods: A total of 37 studies were included in this systematic review and meta-analysis about effectiveness to treat RS. Endpoints were stone-free rates (SFR), incidence of auxiliary procedure, retreatment, and complications. We also conducted a sub-analysis of ≥2 cm stones. Results: First, PCNL had the highest SFR than others regardless of stone sizes and RIRS showed a higher SFR than ESWL in <2 cm stones. Second, auxiliary procedures were higher in ESWL than others, and it did not differ between PCNL and RIRS. Finally, in <2 cm stones, the retreatment rate of ESWL was higher than others. RIRS required significantly more retreatment procedures than PCNL in ≥2 cm stones. Complication was higher in PCNL than others, but there was no statistically significant difference in complications between RIRS and PCNL in ≥2 cm stones. For ≥2 cm stones, PCNL had the highest SFR, and auxiliary procedures and retreatment rates were significantly lower than others. Conclusions: We suggest that PCNL is a safe and effective treatment, especially for large RS.
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- Chan Hee Kim
- Department of Nursing Science, College of Nursing, Gachon University, Incheon 22212, Korea;
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- Department of Urology, Inha University School of Medicine, Incheon 22212, Korea;
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- Department of Urology, Severance Hospital, Urological Science Institute, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul 03722, Korea;
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- Department of Urology, Severance Hospital, Urological Science Institute, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul 03722, Korea;
- Center of Evidence Based Medicine, Institute of Convergence Science, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Korea
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- Department of Nursing Science, College of Nursing, Gachon University, Incheon 22212, Korea;
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Holst DD, Bechis SK, Zupkas P, Zupkas R, Dipina T, Flores A, Girgiss C, Kelly E, Friedlander DF, Sur RL. Minimally Invasive Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy: Initial North American Experience. J Endourol 2020; 35:596-600. [PMID: 33050718 DOI: 10.1089/end.2020.0574] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Introduction and Objectives: The goal of this study is to evaluate the outcomes in a cohort of patients who underwent minimally invasive percutaneous nephrolithotomy (MIP) at a single institution from 2017 to 2019. Methods: Sixty patients at a single institution with two different surgeons underwent MIP from 2017 to 2019. The MIP technique uses a proprietary nephroscope with a "vacuum" technique for stone evacuation. Patients were identified who had postoperative CT scan imaging available for direct review. A prospectively maintained database was queried along with retrospective chart review to evaluate the stone-free rate defined as no stones on CT imaging. Preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative variables were analyzed including initial stone size, access type (fluoroscopic vs ultrasonic), access location, operative positioning (supine vs prone), operative time, and 60-day complications. Results: Forty-six of 60 patients had CT imaging postoperatively that were reviewable. Of these, 43% (n = 20) were stone free as defined by no identifiable fragments seen, 11% (n = 5) had residual fragments 0 to 2 mm, 7% (n = 3) had residual fragments 2 to 4 mm, and 39% (n = 18) had residual fragments >4 mm. Mean initial stone size was 21 mm (1.9-84 mm). Sixty percent (n = 28) of the patients were discharged the same day as surgery. Fifty-one percent (n = 24) of access was achieved through ultrasound alone. Seventeen percent of patients (n = 8) had a complication within 30 days of surgery. All complications were Clavien III or lower with unplanned return to operating room rate of 2% (n = 1). Conclusions: We present North America's first single institution analysis of MIP cases with acceptable outcomes comparable with both retrograde intrarenal surgery and standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy. The exact role of MIP in renal stone disease needs to be determined by future studies that critically assess their outcomes.
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- Daniel D Holst
- Department of Urology, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California, USA
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- School of Medicine, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California, USA
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- School of Medicine, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California, USA
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Gallioli A, Berrettini A, Sampogna G, Llorens E, Quiróz Y, Gnech M, DE Lorenzis E, Albo G, Palou J, Manzoni G, Bujons A, Montanari E. Semi-closed-circuit vacuum-assisted mini percutaneous nephrolithotomy in the pediatric population: the initial experience of two tertiary referral centers. Minerva Urol Nephrol 2020; 74:93-101. [PMID: 33016029 DOI: 10.23736/s2724-6051.20.03951-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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BACKGROUND Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is the gold-standard for complex renal stones treatment in the pediatric population. While the miniaturization of PCNL reduces the risk of bleeding, it can hinder surgical and functional outcomes. The aim of the study was to assess the safety and feasibility of semi-closed-circuit vacuum-assisted Mini-PCNL (vmPCNL) in pediatric patients. METHODS From January 2017 to December 2018, we prospectively collected data on consecutive vmPCNLs from two European tertiary referral centers. The procedure was performed with the ClearPetra® (Well Lead Medical Co., Ltd., Guangzhou, China) access sheath equipped with a lateral arm connected to the aspiration system (pressure setting ~120-150 cmH<inf>2</inf>O) by a 200 Ml plastic stone collector. Pre-, intra- and postoperative data and costs were analyzed. The stone-free rate (SFR) was defined as absence of residual fragments >4 mm with either ultrasound or kidney, ureter, and bladder X-ray. RESULTS Eighteen vmPCNLs were performed in 16 renal units of 13 children. The median age was 119 months (IQR: 97-160) and the weight was 29 Kg (IQR: 25-40). The median cumulative stone size was 32 mm (22-46) with 8 (44.4%) cases of staghorn stones. The OT was 128 min (IQR: 99-167). The basketing was unnecessary in 6/18 (33%) cases. Neither intra-operative complications nor blood transfusions occurred. Postoperative fever was observed in 5/18 (27.8%) cases; in one case a double J ureteral stent was placed for concomitant hydronephrosis. The SFR was 81.3% (13/16), rising to 93.8% (15/16) after ancillary procedures. The materials costs of a vmPCNL (734.8 €) were comparable to mini-PCNL using a reusable set (710.7 €). CONCLUSIONS The vmPCNL seems to be sustainable, safe and feasible for kidney stones treatment in the pediatric population.
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- Andrea Gallioli
- Unit of Urology, Foundation IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy -
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- Unit of Pediatric Urology, Foundation IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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- Unit of Urology, Foundation IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy.,Unit of Pediatric Urology, Foundation IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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- Division of Pediatric Urology, Fundaciò Puigvert, Barcelona, Spain
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- Division of Pediatric Urology, Fundaciò Puigvert, Barcelona, Spain
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- Unit of Pediatric Urology, Foundation IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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- Unit of Urology, Department of Clinical Sciences and Community Health, Foundation IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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- Unit of Urology, Department of Clinical Sciences and Community Health, Foundation IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Fundació Puigvert, Barcelona, Spain
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- Unit of Pediatric Urology, Foundation IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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- Division of Pediatric Urology, Fundaciò Puigvert, Barcelona, Spain
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- Unit of Urology, Department of Clinical Sciences and Community Health, Foundation IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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Are Routine Laboratory Investigations Necessary Following Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy? Urology 2020; 143:80-84. [DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2020.05.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2020] [Revised: 05/05/2020] [Accepted: 05/11/2020] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Axelsson TA, Cracco C, Desai M, Hasan MN, Knoll T, Montanari E, Pérez-Fentes D, Straub M, Thomas K, Williams JC, Brehmer M, Osther PJS. Consultation on kidney stones, Copenhagen 2019: lithotripsy in percutaneous nephrolithotomy. World J Urol 2020; 39:1663-1670. [PMID: 32728884 PMCID: PMC8217030 DOI: 10.1007/s00345-020-03383-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2020] [Accepted: 07/22/2020] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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PURPOSE To evaluate the balance between existing evidence and expert opinions on the safety and efficacy of new technological improvements in lithotripsy techniques for percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL). METHODS A scoping review approach was applied to search literature in Pubmed, Embase, and Web of Science. Consensus by key opinion leaders was reached at a 2-day meeting entitled "Consultation on Kidney Stones: Aspects of Intracorporeal Lithotripsy" held in Copenhagen, Denmark, in September 2019. RESULTS New-generation dual-mode single-probe lithotripsy devices have shown favourable results compared with use of ballistic or ultrasonic lithotripters only. However, ballistic and ultrasonic lithotripters are also highly effective and safe and have been the backbone of PCNL for many years. Compared with standard PCNL, it seems that mini PCNL is associated with fewer bleeding complications and shorter hospital admissions, but also with longer operating room (OR) time and higher intrarenal pressure. Use of laser lithotripsy combined with suction in mini PCNL is a promising alternative that may improve such PCNL by shortening OR times. Furthermore, supine PCNL is a good alternative, especially in cases with complex renal stones and large proximal ureteric stones; in addition, it facilitates endoscopic combined intrarenal surgery (ECIRS). CONCLUSION Recent technological improvements in PCNL techniques are promising, but there is a lack of high-level evidence on safety and efficacy. Different techniques suit different types of stones and patients. The evolution of diverse methods has given urologists the possibility of a personalized stone approach, in other words, the right approach for the right patient.
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- Tomas Andri Axelsson
- Division of Urology, Department of Clinical Sciences, Danderyd Hospital, Karolinska Institute, Solna, Sweden
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- Department of Urology, Cottolengo Hospital of Torino, Turin, Italy
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- Muljibhai Patel Urological Hospital, Nadiad, Gujarat, India
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- Division of Urology, Department of Clinical Sciences, Danderyd Hospital, Karolinska Institute, Solna, Sweden
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- Department of Urology, Klinikum Sindelfingen-Boeblingen, University of Tübingen, Sindelfingen, Germany
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- Urological Dept. at Fondazione Ca Granda-Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico of Milan, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Urology, University Hospital of Santiago de Compostela, Santiago de Compostela, Spain
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- Department of Urology, University Hospital Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technical University Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Stone Unit, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Department of Anatomy, Cell Biology and Physiology, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Division of Urology, Department of Clinical Sciences, Danderyd Hospital, Karolinska Institute, Solna, Sweden
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- Urological Research Center, Department of Urology, Lillebaelt Hospital, University of Southern Denmark, Vejle, Denmark.
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Deng J, Li J, Wang L, Hong Y, Zheng L, Hu J, Kuang R. Standard versus Mini-Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy for Renal Stones: A Meta-Analysis. Scand J Surg 2020; 110:301-311. [PMID: 32489145 DOI: 10.1177/1457496920920474] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Objective: To compare the standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy and mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy in order to determine the optimal tract size for patients with renal stones. Methods: A systematic search of Web of Science, EMBASE, Cochrane Library, and PubMed databases was conducted for articles published through 20 August 2019, reporting on a comparison of the standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy and mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. Results: Of 763 studies, 14 were considered for the evidence synthesis. A total of 1980 cases were included. Of these patients, 897 cases underwent standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy, and 1083 cases underwent mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy. Stone-free rates were 87.6% (786 of 897 patients) for standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy and 87.8% (951 of 1083 patients) for mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy ( p = 0.57). Tract sizes of 30F and 22–26F in standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy group shorten operation time compared with mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy ( p = 0.02; p = 0.004; respectively). Leakage ( p = 0.04), bleeding ( p = 0.01), blood transfusion ( p < 0.00001), and renal pelvis perforation ( p = 0.02) were more common in standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy group than in mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy group. Subgroup analysis showed only blood transfusion for 30F and 22–26F standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy group was more common than mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy ( p < 0.0001, p = 0.005, respectively). Conclusion: Standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy was associated with higher leakage, bleeding, blood transfusion, and renal pelvis perforation, but had a shorter operation time. Tract size of 30F improved the stone-free rate compared with mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy, but led to more complications. Tract size of 22–26F was no better than 30F or mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy.
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- J. Deng
- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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- Department of Nursing, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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Xiong L, Huang X, Ye X, Chen L, Ma K, Liu J, Hong Y, Xu Q, Wang X. Microultrasonic Probe Combined with Ultrasound-Guided Minipercutaneous Nephrolithotomy in the Treatment of Upper Ureteral and Renal Stones: A Consecutive Cohort Study. J Endourol 2020; 34:429-433. [PMID: 31952455 DOI: 10.1089/end.2019.0639] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Objectives: We conduct a study to assess the outcome of microultrasonic probe combined with ultrasound (US)-guided minipercutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) for upper ureteral and renal stones. Patients and Methods: Data of 119 patients (123 kidney units) who underwent microultrasonic lithotripsy combined with mini-PCNL were retrospectively reviewed. The group included 96 men and 23 women. All procedure of puncture and dilatation were guided by US solely. Data were analyzed by SPSS. Results: The mean operation time was 32.6 minutes (range, 10-110 minutes). The mean time of lithotripsy and stone removal was 14.5 minutes (3-100 minutes). The mean postoperative length of stay was 2.7 days (1-7 days). Besides, stone-free rate (SFR) at discharge was 95.9% (118/123). The mean hemoglobin drop was 11.6 mg/dL (range 1-26 mg/dL). Grades I, II, and IIIa complications were observed in four, one, and one patients, respectively. Subgroup analysis was done to compare the outcomes of 20 mm or less vs 21 mm or more calculi. There was a longer operation duration (40 vs 29 minutes) and lower SFR in the 21 mm or more calculi subgroup. Conclusions: Microultrasonic probe combined with US-guided mini-PCNL is an effective and safe procedure to treat patients with upper ureteral and renal stones with higher SFR but lower complications.
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- LiuLin Xiong
- Urology and Lithotripsy Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing, China.,Peking University Applied Lithotripsy Institute, Beijing, China
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- Urology and Lithotripsy Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing, China.,Peking University Applied Lithotripsy Institute, Beijing, China
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- Urology and Lithotripsy Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing, China.,Peking University Applied Lithotripsy Institute, Beijing, China
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- Urology and Lithotripsy Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing, China.,Peking University Applied Lithotripsy Institute, Beijing, China
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- Urology and Lithotripsy Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing, China.,Peking University Applied Lithotripsy Institute, Beijing, China
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- Urology and Lithotripsy Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing, China.,Peking University Applied Lithotripsy Institute, Beijing, China
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- Urology and Lithotripsy Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing, China.,Peking University Applied Lithotripsy Institute, Beijing, China
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- Urology and Lithotripsy Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing, China.,Peking University Applied Lithotripsy Institute, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University International Hospital, Beijing, China
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Xu C, Song R, Lu P, Jiang M, Zeng G, Zhang W. A retrospective study comparing super-mini percutaneous nephrolithotomy and flexible ureteroscopy for the treatment of 20-30 mm renal stones in obese patients. PeerJ 2020; 8:e8532. [PMID: 32095357 PMCID: PMC7017787 DOI: 10.7717/peerj.8532] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2019] [Accepted: 01/07/2020] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Objective This study aimed to compare the efficacy and safety of Super-mini percutaneous nephrolithotomy (SMP) and flexible ureteroscopy (F-URS) in the treatment of 20–30 mm renal stones in obese patients. Methods We conducted a retrospective analysis of outcomes of patients who underwent SMP and F-URS to treat 20–30 mm renal stones from August 2017 to September 2018. Patients with BMI >30 kg/m2 were enrolled into this study. Forty-eight patients underwent SMP, while 104 patients underwent F-URS by the same surgeon. The patients’ demographic data, stone characteristics, perioperative parameters and outcomes, complications, stone-free rate (SFR) and overall costs were retrospectively assessed. Results No significant differences were found between the two groups in terms of age, gender, BMI, operation side, stone size, number, locations, stone compositions and CT value. The mean operation time was significantly shorter in the SMP group (p < 0.001), while the F-URS group had significantly shorter postoperative stays (p < 0.001) and lower complication rates (p < 0.001). Both groups had similar SFR at a 3-month follow-up (p = 0.190), while the SMP group achieved significant higher SFR 3 days after the operation (p < 0.001). The SMP group had a significantly lower overall cost and fewer stage-2 procedures than the F-URS group. Conclusion SMP and F-URS are equally effective in obese patients with 20–30 mm renal stones. However, F-URS offers the advantage of a lower complication rate, while SMP performed better in terms of operation time, tubeless rate, stage-2 procedures and overall costs.
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- Chen Xu
- Urology, The Ninth People's Hospital of Suzhou City, Suzhou, China
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- Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital with Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital with Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Urology, The Ninth People's Hospital of Suzhou City, Suzhou, China
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- Guangdong Key Laboratory of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital with Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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Feng D, Hu X, Tang Y, Han P, Wei X. The efficacy and safety of miniaturized percutaneous nephrolithotomy versus standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Investig Clin Urol 2020; 61:115-126. [PMID: 32158962 PMCID: PMC7052418 DOI: 10.4111/icu.2020.61.2.115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2019] [Accepted: 12/12/2019] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Purpose Our aim was to assess the efficacy and safety of miniaturized percutaneous nephrolithotomy (mPCNL) versus standard PCNL (sPCNL) to provide higher-level evidence. Materials and Methods Eligible randomized controlled trials were identified from electronic databases. The data analysis was performed by the Cochrane Collaboration's software RevMan 5.3. Results A total of 1,219 patients from 9 articles published between 2004 and 2019 were included. Compared with those who received sPCNL, patients who received mPCNL experienced a higher stone-free rate (SFR) (odds ratio [OR], 1.43; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.03–1.99; p=0.03), lower transfusion rates (OR, 0.33; 95% CI, 0.17–0.63; p=0.0007), and lower drops in hemoglobin (mean difference [MD], −0.72; 95% CI, −1.04 to −0.40; p<0.00001), but the operative time seemed to be significantly longer (MD, 10.98; 95% CI, 3.64–18.32; p=0.003). Of note, there was no significant difference between the two groups regarding the SFR (p=0.09) for renal calculi ≥2 cm. In addition, the meta-analysis results showed no significant differences between the groups regarding urine leakage (p=0.60), postoperative fever (p=0.71), impaired ventilation (p=0.97), or total complications (p=0.29) with no heterogeneity between trials. These results remain unaffected with regard to renal calculi ≥2 cm. Conclusions Our findings suggested that mPCNL had a higher SFR than sPCNL and there was no significant difference between the two groups for renal stones ≥2 cm. Besides, mPCNL tended to be associated with significantly less bleeding and a lower transfusion rate, but the duration of the procedure seemed to be significantly longer.
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- Dechao Feng
- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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Objective: To evaluate the impact of nephrostomy tube type on postoperative pain and blood loss following percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL). Methods: This is a prospective non-randomized study performed at Aga Khan University Hospital from July 2017 to June 2018. In this study we prospectively studied adult patients (16 to 65 years) who underwent unilateral PCNL. Patients who had nephrostomy with balloon (12Fr Foley’s catheter) were compared with patients who had nephrostomy without balloon (12Fr Nelaton™ catheter). STONE Nephrolithometry score was used to assess the stone complexity. Mean pain score at six and 24 hours and mean hemoglobin drop at 24 hours was compared between two groups using independent sample t-test, p-value of <0.05 was considered significant. Results: Over one year, 198 PCNL were performed out of which 119 were included for analysis. Sixty-six had nephrostomy tube with balloon and 53 had nephrostomy tube without balloon. Mean STONE score (9.66±1.4 vs. 9.64±1.24) and operative time (72.84±28.34 vs. 86.05±32.1 minutes) was comparable. Mean postoperative pain score at 6 hours and 24 hours postoperative was significantly lower in balloon group as compared to without balloon group. Mean Hemoglobin drop was similar in both groups (p=0.60). Conclusion: The use of nephrostomy tube with balloon after PCNL as this is associated with less pain and comparable hemoglobin drop as compare to nephrostomy tube without balloon.
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- Salman Jamil
- Salman Jamil, Department of Surgery (Urology), Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan
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- M. Hammad Ather, Department of Surgery (Urology), Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan
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Chen K, Xu K, Li B, Wang S, Xiang S, Li H. Predictive factors of stone-free rate and complications in patients undergoing minimally invasive percutaneous nephrolithotomy under local infiltration anesthesia. World J Urol 2020; 38:2637-2643. [DOI: 10.1007/s00345-019-03070-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2019] [Accepted: 12/27/2019] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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