Percutaneous Kidney Surgery (PNL): Effective Solution for Large Stones
AI Summary
Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PNL) is a procedure where large kidney stones (>2cm) are fragmented and removed through a small incision in the back. Mini-PNL offers minimally invasive results.
What is Percutaneous Kidney Surgery (PNL)?
Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PNL) is the gold standard surgical method for treating kidney stones larger than 2 cm. Through a small 1 cm incision in the back, stones are fragmented and removed using pneumatic, ultrasonic, or laser energy.
Who is Eligible?
- Kidney stones larger than 2 cm
- Staghorn calculi
- ESWL-resistant stones
- Lower pole large stones
- Multiple kidney stones
Mini-PNL and Ultra-Mini PNL
Newer techniques using smaller instruments offer less bleeding and pain while maintaining effectiveness.
Advantages
- 85-95% success rate for large stones
- Stone-free status achievable in single session
- Hospital stay: 2-4 days
- Return to activities: 1-2 weeks
Percutaneous Kidney Surgery in Izmir
Prof. Dr. Orçun Çelik performs all percutaneous surgical methods at Izmir Bazekol Hospital, selecting the most appropriate technique for each patient.
