Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy: Current Methods and the Henry Ford Hospital Experience

Authors

P. C. Shetty
Rajinder P. Sharma
Raymond H. Littleton
Gary A. Krasicky
Matthew W. Burke
Brian J. Miles
James H. Thrall
Joseph C. Cerny

Abstract

The combined radiologic/urologic approach to percutaneous renal stone extraction has been practiced at Henry Ford Hospital since November of 1982. This article describes the current methodology and reviews our experience in performing 121 percutaneous nephrolithotomies (PCNL). We conclude that PCNL is a safe, reliable, and cost-effective alternative to open nephrolithotomy in most patients.

Recommended Citation

Shetty, P. C.; Sharma, Rajinder P.; Littleton, Raymond H.; Krasicky, Gary A.; Burke, Matthew W.; Miles, Brian J.; Thrall, James H.; and Cerny, Joseph C. (1985) "Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy: Current Methods and the Henry Ford Hospital Experience," Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal : Vol. 33 : No. 2 , 133-137.
Available at: https://scholarlycommons.henryford.com/hfhmedjournal/vol33/iss2/13