Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy
Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to remove large kidney stones from the kidney. The procedure involves making a small incision in the skin and using a nephroscope to locate and break up the stones, which are then removed through the incision. This technique is often preferred for stones that are too large to pass naturally or cannot be treated effectively with other methods.
Patients typically receive general anesthesia for the procedure, which usually lasts about 1 to 2 hours. Recovery time varies, but many patients can return home the same day or the next. Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy is generally considered safe, with a low risk of complications.