Stone
Comprehensive surgical management of kidney, ureteric, and bladder stones using open and endoscopic approaches.
Overview
Comprehensive surgical management of kidney, ureteric, and bladder stones using open and endoscopic approaches.
Stone disease management at AFIU encompasses the full spectrum of treatment options from medical management to advanced endoscopic and open surgical techniques. Our approach is tailored to stone size, location, composition, and patient anatomy. We utilize state-of-the-art equipment including flexible ureteroscopes, holmium laser, and advanced PCNL systems for optimal outcomes.
Procedures Offered
Open Surgery
Open surgical approaches for stone disease are reserved for complex cases where endoscopic methods are not feasible or have failed. These procedures offer direct access for complete stone removal.
Pyelolithotomy
Open surgical removal of stones from the renal pelvis through an incision in the pelvis of the kidney.
Nephrolithotomy
Open surgical removal of stones through an incision in the kidney parenchyma for intrarenal stones.
Extended Pyelolithotomy
Extended Pyelolithotomy (Gil-Vernet)
Extended approach combining pyelotomy with intrarenal access for complete removal of complex branched stones.
Endoscopic Surgery
Minimally invasive endoscopic approaches are the mainstay of modern stone surgery, offering high success rates with reduced morbidity and faster recovery.
URS
Ureteroscopy (URS)
Ureteroscopy uses a thin endoscope passed through the urethra and bladder to visualize and treat ureteric and lower renal stones.
RIRS
Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS)
RIRS uses a flexible ureteroscope to access and treat stones within the kidney through a retrograde (natural orifice) approach.
PCNL (Prone/Supine)
Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) - Prone/Supine
PCNL is a minimally invasive procedure where a small tract is created through the skin into the kidney for removal of large stones.
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