International urology and nephrology
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Review Meta Analysis
Supine versus prone position in percutaneous nephrolithotomy for kidney calculi: a meta-analysis.
Supine position and prone position were the choice for percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL). However, there is still no consensus on the optimal position for PCNL. ⋯ For general patients with kidney calculi, PCNL in supine position has similar stone-free rate compared with prone. Supine PCNL do not increase related complications. The operative times significantly decrease in supine position.