Flank bulge following supracostal percutaneous nephrolithotomy: a report of 2 cases.

Authors

  • Andrea Gail Lantz Saint Michael's Hospital University of Toronto

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5489/cuaj.176

Keywords:

Percutaneous nephrolithotomy, complications, denervation injury

Abstract

Damage to intercostal nerves during surgical procedures has been associated with a postoperative flank bulge, due to denervation of the anterolateral abdominal wall musculature. This complication has not been reported following percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL). We are aware of 3 cases, but have details on 2 cases of postoperative flank bulge following supracostal PCNL which are reported here. We also suggest how this complication could potentially be minimized.

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Author Biography

Andrea Gail Lantz, Saint Michael's Hospital University of Toronto

Division of Urology, Department of Surgery

Clinical Fellow

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Published

2013-08-19

How to Cite

Lantz, A. G. (2013). Flank bulge following supracostal percutaneous nephrolithotomy: a report of 2 cases. Canadian Urological Association Journal, 7(7-8), e547–9. https://doi.org/10.5489/cuaj.176

Issue

Vol. 7 No. 7-8 (2013): CUAJ August

Section

Case Report

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