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PCNL Treatment
PCNL Surgery for Kidney Stones with highly advanced treatment
When kidney stones are too large or too dense to be corrected with any other procedure, PCNL surgery relieves them effectively. During PCNL surgery, Krescent Healthcare's experienced doctors use advanced technology to ensure minimal discomfort and relieve painful symptoms. This procedure improves a patient's quality of life while relieving painful symptoms.
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What Is PCNL?
Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is a minimally-invasive treatment for large kidney or upper ureter stones that are unresponsive to standard techniques like Shock Wave Lithotripsy or Laser Ureteroscopy. This procedure effectively relieves painful symptoms caused by significantly enlarged stones and has a high success rate in treating stones measuring 2 cm or larger.
Its minimally-invasive approach results in minimal discomfort for patients and fewer complications, allowing them to quickly resume their daily activities without inconvenience. As a result, PCNL has become the preferred method over traditional open surgery for treating these types of stones.
PCNL Treatment
Diagnosis
The doctors recommend some diagnostic tests before PCNL surgery, as they do with any other surgery. A number of common diagnostic tests are performed before PCNL surgery to determine the size and number of stones and to rule out underlying conditions or diseases.
Blood test
Urinalysis
Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test
Imaging tests (X Rays, abdominal ultrasound, MRI)
Procedure
The steps involved in PCNL surgery are as follows:
Before surgery, the patient is sedated with general anaesthesia. This keeps the patient asleep throughout the procedure.
To determine the exact location of the stone, the surgeon makes a small incision in the flank area and inserts a nephroscope under x-ray guidance.
To access the kidney's urine-collecting system, the surgeon uses a thin needle and a guidewire to gain safe access with the nephroscope.
As soon as access is gained, the surgeon extracts the stones. Microforceps are sometimes used to remove the stones; however, if the stones are too large, a laser might be used to break them into smaller fragments.
Lastly, a drainage catheter is placed after all the stones are removed and contrast is used to confirm there are no stones or fragments left in the ureter.
Some surgeons use DJ stents, thin and tiny tubes that ensure that swelling does not affect urine drainage. These tubes are usually kept for 10 to 14 days and then removed.
Preparation for Surgery
In preparation for PCNL surgery, your doctor will give you some instructions. This preoperative preparation guide will not only help you prepare for the surgery, but will keep you calm throughout the procedure as well. Here are some tips to help you prepare:
Before surgery, your doctor might ask you to stop taking certain medicines, such as blood thinners.
To prevent complications related to anaesthesia, do not eat or drink anything for approximately six to eight hours before the surgery.
Be sure to ask all your questions beforehand, such as about the procedure, the severity of the condition, risks associated with the surgery, etc.
To prevent allergic reactions to anaesthesia, make sure your doctor is aware of your allergy to anaesthesia.
Benefits of PCNL Surgery
Recently, PCNL has become the preferred treatment method for kidney stones larger than 200 millimeters. The primary reason is that PCNL surgery is a minimally invasive, advanced procedure with little chance of complications and a high success rate. Here are some more benefits:
After surgery, patients can resume their normal daily activities within a week.
Scarring is minimal and there is no visible incision.
A shorter hospital stay is required.
The procedure causes minimal to no bleeding and is completely painless.
Comparatively to other treatment methods, it causes minimal to no complications and ensures faster recovery.
Best Healthcare Center for PCNL
We at Krescent Healthcare make the best PCNL surgery available to people from all sections of society. We partner with the best hospitals in different parts of the country so that this surgery is easily accessible to everyone. Our partner hospitals feature state-of-the-art infrastructure consisting of modern technology and all the amenities to ensure a seamless patient experience.
Additionally, our team consists of top urologists experienced in performing PCNL surgeries with extreme precision. Book an appointment with our expert urologist and get quality treatment for kidney stones. Our urologist uses advanced technology to increase the effectiveness of the procedure and keep the patient's comfort in mind.
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