Journal of endourology
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Journal of endourology · Apr 2013
Meta Analysis Comparative StudyTotal tubeless versus standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy: a meta-analysis.
The aim of this meta-analysis was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of total tubeless percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) versus standard PCNL. ⋯ Total tubeless PCNL is a safe and effective procedure. It significantly reduced the hospital stay, analgesic requirement, and the time to return to normal activity without increasing complications. However, further randomized trials are needed to confirm these findings.