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Semin intervent Radiol 2000; 17(4): 341-350
DOI: 10.1055/s-2000-13147
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Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy-State of the Art

Tanushree Bhattacharjya, Jeevan Kumaradevan, Anthony F. Watkinson
  • Department of Radiodiagnosis, The Royal Free Hospital, Hampstead, London, England
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31 December 2000 (online)

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ABSTRACT

This article offers an overview of the treatment of large renal stones with percutaneous nephrolithotomy. It includes a description of the pathogenesis of renal stones, a discussion of the various treatment options, and a description of the technique of percutaneous nephrolithotomy.

KEYWORD

Stones - nephrostomy - extracorporeal lithotripsy

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