Abstract:discussion Purpose: Percutaneous nephrolithotomy effectively treats large volume renal calculi but relies on postoperative imaging to judge success. We evaluated the effectiveness of maximizing intraoperative imaging through combined high resolution fluoroscopy and flexible nephroscopy. Materials and Methods: Percutaneous nephrolithotomy was performed cooperatively with a radiologist in an interventional radiology suite equipped with a ceiling mounted, high resolution C-arm. Aggressive rigid and flexible neph… Show more
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