Technique and complications of percutaneous nephroscopy: experience with 557 patients in the supine position

Percutaneous nephroscopy is usually performed with the patient prone, which is uncomfortable for the patient and does not prevent damage to the colon. We assess the possibility of performing percutaneous nephroscopy using local anesthesia with the patient supine, and evaluate the advantages and comp...

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Published in:	The Journal of urology Vol. 160; no. 6 Pt 1; p. 1975
Main Authors:	Valdivia Uría, J G, Valle Gerhold, J, López López, J A, Villarroya Rodriguez, S, Ambroj Navarro, C, Ramirez Fabián, M, Rodriguez Bazalo, J M, Sánchez Elipe, M A
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States 01-12-1998
Subjects:	Adolescent Adult Aged Aged, 80 and over Child Endoscopy - adverse effects Endoscopy - methods Female Humans Male Middle Aged Supine Position
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