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Medical Conditions - Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy

In a minimally invasive treatment called percutaneous nephrolithotomy, kidney stones are removed by puncturing a small hole in the skin. It is best suited for removing stones larger than 2 cm near the pelvic region and is usually performed under general or spinal anesthesia.

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Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy for Kidney Stones.

Percutaneous nephrolithotomy is a minimally invasive procedure that removes certain stones in the kidney or upper ureter. Read below to know more.

3 min readJune 27, 2024

Complications of Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy: Classification, Management, and Prevention

Percutaneous nephrolithotomy is a procedure in which kidney stones are removed from the body. Read this article to learn about it in detail.

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