Tips for Kidney Stone Removal in Transplanted Kidneys
Author Information
Author(s): Takafumi Yagisawa, Tomokazu Shimizu, Ayane Tachiki, Yudai Ishiyama, Tadashi Onohara, Shoichi Iida, Hideki Ishida, Toshio Takagi
Primary Institution: Toda Chuo General Hospital, Tokyo Women's Medical University
Hypothesis
Can percutaneous nephrolithotomy effectively fragment large kidney stones in transplant recipients?
Conclusion
Percutaneous nephrolithotomy using pneumatic and ultrasonic lithotripsy is safe and effective for removing large kidney stones in transplant patients.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had a 23-mm stone in the transplanted kidney.
- Initial endoscopic surgery was switched to percutaneous nephrolithotomy due to anatomical challenges.
- Complete stone clearance was achieved after two procedures.
Takeaway
Doctors can use a special method to break up big stones in transplanted kidneys, helping patients feel better.
Methodology
The case involved a 57-year-old woman who underwent percutaneous nephrolithotomy for a 23-mm kidney stone using pneumatic and ultrasonic lithotripsy.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
57-year-old woman, kidney transplant recipient.
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