The Journal of urology
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The Journal of urology · Jul 2013
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyRoutine flexible nephroscopy for percutaneous nephrolithotomy for renal stones with low density: a prospective, randomized study.
We evaluated the usefulness of routine flexible nephroscopy during percutaneous nephrolithotomy. ⋯ Routine flexible nephroscopy during percutaneous nephrolithotomy was associated with a higher stone-free rate, fewer interventions and less bleeding, especially in patients with low HU density stones.