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Surgical management of urinary stone
Journal of the Korean Medical Association ; : 677-683, 2020.
Article in Korean | WPRIM | ID: wpr-834773
ABSTRACT
Urolithiasis is a common urological disease that causes a significant deterioration in patientslife quality due to severe pain and frequent recurrence. With increases in the incidence of urolithiasis, different treatment methods have been developed. Although urolithiasis is still managed in Korea with extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, the development of minimally invasive techniques and endoscopy instruments has led to increased surgery. Prior to the introduction of endoscopy, urolithiasis surgery was performed as open procedures such as ureterolithotomy, pyelolithotomy, and nephrolithotomy. However, most recent stone surgeries are performed using endoscopy with comparable outcomes and fewer complications. Laparoscopic or robot-assisted laparoscopic surgeries are performed in exceptional cases. Since urolithiasis can be found in various urinary organs, such as the kidney, ureter, bladder, and even the urethra, the approach, method, and availability of endoscopy will vary depending on the stoneʼs size and location. Understanding the types and characteristics of each surgical method will determine the appropriate procedure for each patient and improve the surgical outcomes.
Full text: Available Index: WPRIM (Western Pacific) Language: Korean Journal: Journal of the Korean Medical Association Year: 2020 Type: Article

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Full text: Available Index: WPRIM (Western Pacific) Language: Korean Journal: Journal of the Korean Medical Association Year: 2020 Type: Article