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Objective To analyze the calculus composition of upper urinary tract and to explore its distribution and variation trend in patients of different genders and ages, so as to provide a basis for the prevention and treatment of urinary stone. MethodsStone specimens from 1 832 patients with upper urinary tract stone were collected in our hospital from Jan. 2012 to Jan. 2016. The stone composition was detected and analyzed by infrared spectrum automatic analysis system. The proportion and gender difference of stone composition, and the related risk factors and concomitant diseases of major types of stones were analyzed. Results Among the 1 832 cases of stone specimens, there were 478 (26.1%) cases of single component stones, of which the calcium oxalate monohydrate stone accounted for 10.6% (193 cases), followed by anhydrous uric acid stone (7.9%, 144 cases). Mixed stone accounted for 73.6% (1 349 cases), and the most common mixed stone consisted of calcium oxalate monohydrate, calcium oxalate dihydrate and carbonate apatite, accounting for 39.6% (725 cases). For the main composition of stones, calcium oxalate stone accounted for 1 545 cases (84.3%), followed by carbonate apatite stone (1 048 cases, 57.2%), anhydrous uric acid stone (208 cases, 11.4%), magnesium ammonium phosphate stone (111 cases, 6.1%) and cystine stone (29 cases, 1.6%). There were also 5 cases of other types of stones. The overall incidence was significantly higher in men than that in women (70.1% [1 285/1 832] vs 29.9% [547/1 832], P<0.01). The overall high-incidence age of stone ranged from 31 to 60 years old, with 41-50 years for men and 51-60 years for women. Body mass index and incidences of diabetes and gout were obviously higher in anhydrous uric acid stone patients than those in the other stone patients. Conclusion This variation trend of upper urinary tract stone composition has great significance for the prevention and treatment of urinary stones.
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Objective To evaluate the efficacy and safety of super-mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy (SMP),retrograde intrarenal surge~(RIRS) for children with upper urinary tract calculus.Methods Clinical data of 85 children with upper urinary tract calculi treated by SMP or RIRS from April 2016 to June 2018 were retrospectively analyzed.Patients were divided into two groups according to operative method:group SMP and group RIRS.In group SMP:there were 38 male and 14 female patients;the mean age was (4.6 ± 2.7) years;the mean stone size was (15.2 ± 4.8) mm;17cases in left side,and 35 cases in right side;multiple stones were found in 18 cases and single stone was found in 34 cases.In group RIRS:there were 18 male and 15 female patients;the mean age was (4.6 ± 3.1) years;the mean stone size was (14.2 ±5.1)mm;9 cases in left side,and 24 cases in right side;multiple stones were found in 11 cases and single stone was found in 22 cases.No statistical significance was found between the two groups in sex,age,stone size,stone side (left/right),percentage of multiple calculi (P ＞ 0.05).Patients were evaluated with KUB radiography or CT after 1 month.The overall stone-free rate and complications of the two groups were compared.Results Group RIRS compared to group SMP showed longer operative time [(74.2 ± 31.8) min vs.(57.9±27.8)min,P =0.015],and hospital stay after operation [(4.8 ±2.8)days vs.(3.1 ±1.3) days,P =0.003].The overall stone-free rate was 90.4％ (47/52) for group SMP,and 48.5％ (16/33) for group RIRS(P ＜ 0.01).The re-treatment rate was significantly higher in group RIRS compared to group SMP[36.4％ (12/33) vs.1.9％ (1/52),P ＜ 0.01].The complication rate was 9.6 (3/52) and 27.3％ (9/33) for groups SMP and RIRS,respectively (P ＜0.05).Conclusions SMP was more effective than RIRS to obtain a better stone free rate,less complications and re-treatment rate in children with upper urinary tract renal calculus.
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Background & objectives: With the ethical concern about the dose of CT scan and wide use of CT in protocol of suspected renal colic, more attention has been paid to low dose CT. The aim of the present study was to make a comparison of unenhanced low-dose spiral CT localization with unenhanced standard-dose spiral CT in patients with upper urinary tract calculi for minimally invasive percutaneous nephrolithotomy (MPCNL) treatment. Methods: Twenty eight patients with ureter and renal calculus, preparing to take MPCNL, underwent both abdominal low-dose CT (25 mAs) and standard-dose CT (100 mAs). Low-dose CT and standard-dose CT were independently evaluated for the characterization of renal/ureteral calculi, perirenal adjacent organs, blood vessels, indirect signs of renal or ureteral calculus (renal enlargement, pyeloureteral dilatation), and the indices of localization (percutaneous puncture angulation and depth) used in the MPCNL procedure. Results: In all 28 patients, low-dose CT was 100 per cent coincidence 100 per cent sensitive and 100 per cent specific for depicting the location of the renal and ureteral calculus, renal enlargement, pyeloureteral dilatation, adjacent organs, and the presumptive puncture point and a 96.3 per cent coincidence 96 per cent sensitivity and 93 per cent specificity for blood vessel signs within the renal sinus, and with an obvious lower radiation exposure for patients when compared to standard-dose CT (P<0.05). The indices of puncture depth, puncture angulation, and maximum calculus transverse diameter on the axial surface showed no significant difference between the two doses of CT scans, with a significant variation in calculus visualization slice numbers (P<0.05). Interpretation & conclusions: Our findings show that unenhanced low-dose CT achieves a sensitivity and accuracy similar to that of standard-dose CT in assessing the localization of renal ureteral calculus and adjacent organs conditions and identifying the maximum calculus transverse diameter on the axial surface, percutaneous puncture depth, and angulation in patients, with a significant lower radiation exposure, who are to be treated by MPCNL, and can be used as an alternative localization method.
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Objective To assess the efficacy and safety of flexible cystoscope conducted holmium laser lithotripsy via percutaneous nephrostomy in the treatment of upper urinary tract calculi.Methods The flexible cystoscope conducted holmium laser lithotripsy via percutaneous nephrostomy was performed on 26 patients from Jul 2005 to Jan 2007. Among these patients, 8 had bilateral renal calculi and ureteral calculi, 5 had multiple renal calculi, 4 had renal calyx calculi and 9 had ureteral calculi. The average diameter of the calculus was 2.2 cm (range from 1.0-3.2 cm). Four patients had mild hydronephrosis, others had moderate or severe hydronephrosis. Insufficient renal function was noted in 13 cases. The procedure was performed via a single tract through the middle calyx under the ultrasonic guidance in all cases.Results Twenty-two cases achieved stone free at primary procedure, secondary procedure was needed in 4 cases. A 18 F tract was used in 18 cases and 24 F tract was used in the left 8 cases. The average operation time was 72 min, stone-free rate was 96.2%(25/26),and there was no blood transfusion. One patient had fever after the procedure and recovered 2 days after the administration of antibiotics. No other complication was recorded. In an average 11 month follow-up in 22 patients, hydronephrosis reduction was significant observed by ultrasound scan. No calculus relapse was found.Conclusions Flexible cystoscope conducted holmium laser lithotripsy via percutaneous nephrostomy is an effective and minimally invasive technique for the treatment of upper urinary tract calculus. It has the advantages in dealing with the calyx and ureteral calculus located in the proximal or middle segment as well.
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Objective To investigate effectiveness of treatment of Upper urinary tract calculus by MPCNL application.Methods From May 2000 to May 2007,causing artificial kidney hydronephrosis for the affected kidney,established renal percutaneous channels(F16～18),which established the single channels of 202 cases,dual-channel of 14 cases,by Ureteroscopic Lithotripsy and holmium laser lithotripsy.Results 183 cases of 216 patients were One-time stone;33 cases were second stone.The average clearance rate is 90.32%,the average operation time is 79min,average valume of about bleeding is 80ml,the average hospitalization days are 8 days,kidney ostomy average stay 7.5 days.Of the operation,9 cases of obviously bleeding(4%)before and after operation,1 case uncontrollable bleeding after interventional treatment failure with Nephrectomy,others to stop beeding by symptomatic treatment,2 cases find urinary extravasation postoperative and cured by adjusting location of renal ostomy.Conclusion Minimally invasive percutaneous nephrolithotomy for the treatment of Upper urinary tract calculus is safe and effective for patients with less trauma,quicker recovery and high learance rate,the efficacy is satifactory.
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Objective To summarize the experience of ultrasound-guided percutaneous nephrostomy during percutaneous nephrolithotomy(PCNL) under B-ultrasound guidance. Methods A ultrasound-guided percutaneous nephrostomy was performed in 43 cases by using a 18-gauge needle.Then the percutaneous puncture was expanded for establishing a working tunnel. Under nephroscope,stone fragmentation was completed in the renal pelvis and the upper segment of the ureter.Results The success rate of percutaneous puncture was 100%.Of the 43 cases,the percutaneous working tunnel was successfully established in 42 cases(97.7%),while a conversion to open surgery was needed in 1 case because of uncontrolled hemorrhage after puncture.The overall stone clearance rate was 100%(42/42),including 38 cases of stone removal on one session and 4 cases of two-staged clearance.No serious complications,such as massive hemorrhage or neighboring organ injuries,were encountered.Re-examinations with B-ultrasonography or KUB at 1 month after operation showed no residual stones.Conclusions Ultrasound-guided percutaneous nephrostomy is minimally invasive,safe,and reliable.Proper use of this technique is crucial for a successful performance of percutaneous nephrolithotomy in the treatment of upper urinary tract calculus.