More than 370,000 insured patients in the United States underwent surgery for ureteral and kidney stones in 2019, highlighting the importance of the 2026 AUA guideline.
The stone-free rate was higher after ECIRS vs PCNL for complex renal stones. Endoscopic combined intrarenal surgery (ECIRS) demonstrates greater efficacy for treating complex kidney stones compared ...
May 10, 2023 – For patients with kidney stones measuring one to two centimeters, a technique called mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy (mini-PCNL) provides a higher stone elimination rate than another ...