As many as 418 kidney stones have been removed from a 60-year-old patient who had a severely impaired kidney function of only 27 per cent, a team of urologists at the Asian Institute of Nephrology and Urology in Hyderabad said on Wednesday.
Over two hours, the surgical team meticulously removed each stone by navigating through the intricate network of the urinary tract. Doctors said that advanced imaging technology and state-of-the-art equipment played a crucial role in addressing the extensive stone burden while preserving the delicate balance of kidney function.
Faced with such a challenge, the doctors opted for a more invasive approach than the conventional approach. The team led by Dr K Purna Chandra Reddy, Dr Gopal R Tak and Dr Dinesh M chose to use percutaneous nephrolithotomy, a minimally invasive technique.
According to the doctors, percutaneous nephrolithotomy involves making small incisions through which specialised instruments, including a miniature camera and laser probes, are inserted into the kidney. “This allows surgeons to precisely target and remove the stones without the need for large surgical openings, minimising trauma and expediting recovery for the patient,” one of the doctors said.
“The successful removal of 418 kidney stones through small keyholes in the kidney represents a triumph of medical innovation and expertise. This achievement not only highlights the potential of minimally invasive techniques in treating complex urological conditions but also offers hope to patients facing similar challenges worldwide,” said a statement from the hospital. (Agencies)
