In a medical marvel, the team of expert urologists at the Asian Institute of Nephrology and Urology (AINU), Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, has successfully removed 418 kidney stones from a patient with only 27% kidney function.
This astonishing feat was consummated through a minimally invasive procedure. It marks a significant advancement in surgical techniques for the removal of kidney stones.
A 60-year-old patient, Mallesh, presented a unique challenge with an unparalleled number of kidney stones and severely impaired kidney function. The medical team led by Dr. K Purna Chandra Reddy, Dr. Gopal R. Tak, and Dr. Dinesh M. opted for percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) over conventional techniques.
The conventional technique is more invasive, whereas PCNL is a minimally invasive technique. PCNL requires making small incisions through which specialized instruments, which include a miniature camera and laser probes, are inserted into the kidney. The PCNL technique allows surgeons to precisely target and remove the stones without making large surgical openings. It minimizes the trauma and accelerates recovery for the patient. Urologists suggested taking more water and less salt during the summer.
The complex procedure required exceptional skill and precision. The surgical team carefully removed all 418 kidney stones by navigating through the complex network of the urinary tract. The surgery required about two hours. New imaging technology and modern equipment played a key role in addressing the extensive stone burden while maintaining the delicate balance of kidney function.
The successful removal of 418 kidney stones via small keyholes in the kidney represents a victory of medical innovation and expertise. This achievement stresses the capabilities of minimally invasive techniques for treating complex urological conditions. It also provides hope to patients facing similar problems.
(Input from various sources)
(Rehash/Komal Bhoi/MSM)
