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» Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) - Glossary
Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy
Why it's Performed?
Preparation
How it's Performed?
Advantages and Disadvantages
Frequently Asked Questions
Glossary
References
Written by
Dr. Simi Paknikar, MD
Medically Reviewed by
Dr. Sunil Shroff, MBBS, MS, FRCS (UK), D. Urol (Lond)
Last Updated on Feb 22, 2017
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Glossary
Electrocardiogram (ECG):
Recording of the electrical activity of the heart.
Urinary catheter:
A tube used to drain urine from the urinary bladder.
Nephroscope:
Endoscopic instrument used for kidney surgeries.
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