Simultaneous Bilateral Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy: A Single-Center Experience

Abstract

Simultaneous bilateral PCNL is a safe procedure and can be used effectively in adults as well as in children. In addition to being cost effective, it involves only a single anesthesia with a shorter hospital stay and faster convalescence. However, patients with a large stone burden or complex pelvicaliceal anatomy should not be selected for SBPCNL.