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Zeng J, Zhang L, Chen X, He H, Li X. The treatment option for calyceal diverticulum stones: flexible ureteroscopy lithotripsy (FURL) or all-seeing needle-assisted percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL)? Urolithiasis 2022; 50:743-749. [PMID: 35994081 DOI: 10.1007/s00240-022-01353-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2022] [Accepted: 08/05/2022] [Indexed: 10/15/2022]
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The purpose of this study was to investigate the effectiveness and safety of flexible ureteroscopy lithotripsy (FURL) and all-seeing needle-assisted percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) for the treatment of calyceal diverticula (CD) stones. From June 2012 to November 2020, 24 patients, including 14 females and 10 males, with an average age of 45.6 ± 17.4 years were retrospectively reviewed in this study. Among these patients, 14 were treated with FURL, and 10 underwent all-seeing needle-assisted PCNL. The demographic data, perioperative parameters and complications, as well as follow-up data, were recorded. In the FURL group, the ostium of CD was not identified in two patients, and these patients were finally treated with all-seeing needle-assisted PCNL. The stone clearance rate (SCR) was 64.3%, and the mean blood loss was 0.9 ± 0.8 g/dL. The average operation time was 57.5 ± 17.4 min, and the mean hospital stay was 3.5 ± 1.4 days. A complete resolution of CD was observed in five (41.7%) patients over the average follow-up of 10.8 months. In terms of the all-seeing needle-assisted PCNL, the average operation time was 83.5 ± 32.4 min, and the mean hospital stay was 4.38 ± 2.25 days. The SCR reached 91.7%, and the blood loss was 1.7 ± 1.1 g/dL. Nine patients (75%) were observed to have complete CD resolution over an average of 12.2 months of follow-up. All complications were grade I and II in both the groups. CD stones can be treated minimally invasive and effectively by FURL and PCNL. The effect of FURL greatly depends on the location and anatomy of the diverticula. PCNL is more efficient, and its safety was improved with the help of the all-seeing needle assistance.
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- Jin Zeng
- Department of Urology, First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Shaanxi Province, No.277 Yanta West Road, Xi'an, 710061, China
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- Department of Urology, First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Shaanxi Province, No.277 Yanta West Road, Xi'an, 710061, China
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- Department of Urology, First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Shaanxi Province, No.277 Yanta West Road, Xi'an, 710061, China
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- Department of Urology, First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Shaanxi Province, No.277 Yanta West Road, Xi'an, 710061, China
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- Department of Urology, First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Shaanxi Province, No.277 Yanta West Road, Xi'an, 710061, China.
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Raina R, DeCoy M, Chakraborty R, Mahajan S, Moran R, Gibson K, Kumar D, Bergmann C. Renal cystic diseases during the perinatal and neonatal period. J Neonatal Perinatal Med 2021; 14:163-176. [PMID: 32986687 DOI: 10.3233/npm-200520] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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Renal cystic diseases are a clinically and genetically diverse group of renal diseases that can manifest in utero, infancy, or throughout childhood and adulthood. These diseases may be unilateral or bilateral with a single cyst or multiple cysts, or with increased echogenicity of the renal cortex without macroscopic cysts. Certain cystic renal diseases are life-threatening, with many developing chronic kidney and hepatic disease if not recognized early enough. Therefore, due to the prevalence and life-altering complications of this specific group of diseases in vulnerable populations, it is crucial for clinicians and healthcare providers to have an overall understanding of cystic diseases and how to pre-emptively detect and manage these conditions. In this review, we discuss in detail the epidemiology, genetics and pathophysiology, diagnosis, presentation, and management of numerous genetic and sporadic renal cystic diseases, such as polycystic kidney disease, multicystic dysplastic kidney, and calyceal diverticula, with an emphasis on prenatal care and pregnancy counseling.
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- R Raina
- Department of Nephrology, Akron Children's Hospital, Akron, OH, USA
- Akron Nephrology Associates/Cleveland Clinic Akron General, Akron, OH, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Akron Children's Hospital, Akron, OH, USA
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- Department of Nephrology, Akron Children's Hospital, Akron, OH, USA
- Akron Nephrology Associates/Cleveland Clinic Akron General, Akron, OH, USA
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- Revere High School, Richfield, OH, USA
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- Department of Genetics, MetroHealth Medical Center/Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, MetroHealth Medical Center/Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Neonatology, MetroHealth Medical Center/Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Nephrology, University Hospital Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany
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Calle-Toro JS, Back SJ, Maya C, Shukla AR, Darge K, Otero HJ. Identification and characterization of calyceal diverticula with MR urography (MRU) in children. Abdom Radiol (NY) 2021; 46:303-310. [PMID: 32577781 DOI: 10.1007/s00261-020-02623-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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PURPOSE To determine the MRU imaging findings of calyceal diverticula in a large cohort of children and to compare the frequency of calyceal diverticula in our cohort with what has been previously reported. METHODS This was a HIPAA-compliant, IRB-approved retrospective study of all patients with suspected CD based on their medical records. All patients in this study underwent MRU at our institution between 2010 and 2017. Two pediatric radiologists reviewed each MRU blinded to clinical information and other urologic imaging regarding the presence, size, location, and morphology of the cyst and presence/absence of contrast within it. The time when contrast first appeared within the cystic mass was recorded, and a χ2 test was used to determine significance on differences between the different characteristics of renal cysts and diverticula. RESULTS Fifty children (29 girls and 21 boys; median age of 11.5 years, IQR 7-16) with a total of 66 individual cystic masses were included. 21 (21/66, 31.8%) Cystic masses demonstrated contrast filling and were characterized as diverticula, resulting in a frequency of 26.6 cases per 1000 patients (21/787). The remaining 45 cystic masses (45/66, 68.1%) were cysts. The median diameter of CD was 2.5 cm (IQR 1.5-3.7). Contrast was observed within the cystic mass on average at 4.6 min (SD ± 2.4; range 1.5-13 min). The agreement between both radiologists was 91% (k = 0.78). 6 Cysts and 18 CD were confirmed surgically, MRU demonstrated accurate diagnosis in 100% of those cases. CONCLUSION Magnetic resonance urography is reliable in differentiating calyceal diverticula from renal cysts. On MRU, all diverticula were identified within 15 min of contrast administration; hence longer delays in imaging are unnecessary.
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- Juan S Calle-Toro
- Department of Radiology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, 3401 Civic Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, 3401 Civic Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA
- Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, 3401 Civic Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA
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- Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, 3401 Civic Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA
- Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, 3401 Civic Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA.
- Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA.
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Wehry SA, DeMarco RT, Bayne CE. Robot-assisted laparoscopic unroofing and fulguration of sequestered caliceal diverticula cluster. J Pediatr Urol 2020; 16:721-722. [PMID: 32859512 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpurol.2020.07.048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2020] [Revised: 06/14/2020] [Accepted: 07/31/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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INTRODUCTION We report a rare case of four sequestered caliceal diverticula that failed previous percutaneous sclerotherapy and were subsequently managed with robot-assisted laparoscopic unroofing and fulguration of the sequestered diverticula cluster. METHODS A 6 year-old female was admitted for urosepsis and flank pain. At age 2, a previous institution diagnosed a caliceal diverticulum. Prolonged-delayed magnetic resonance urography confirmed four sequestered caliceal diverticula. Intraoperative ultrasonography identified the diverticula cluster and ensured decompression. The defects were closed after ablating the blood supply, unroofing and decompressing the diverticula, and fulgurating the caliceal lining. RESULTS Console time was 4 h with an estimated blood loss of 30-50 cc. The patient was discharged post-op day 3. Follow-up renal ultrasound at 6 weeks and 5 months demonstrated progressive atrophy of the left upper pole with preservation of the lower pole size and perfusion. At 9 months, the patient is free of symptoms and urinary tract infections. CONCLUSION Closure of unroofed and fulgurated diverticula may be considered when diverticula are anatomically sequestered from the renal collecting system. Robotic-assisted laparoscopic unroofing and fulguration is a technically feasible approach for treatment of sequestered caliceal diverticula in pediatric patients. Additional studies and monitoring of long-term renal function are required.
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- Sean A Wehry
- Florida State University College of Medicine, Tallahassee, FL, USA.
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- Department of Urology, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, FL, USA.
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- Department of Urology, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, FL, USA.
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Alaygut D, Şahin H, Çamlar SA, Soyaltın E, Öncel EP, Alparslan C, Mutlubaş F, Yavaşcan Ö, Demir BK. Calyceal diverticulum of the kidney in pediatric patients - Is it as rare as you might think? J Pediatr Urol 2020; 16:487.e1-487.e6. [PMID: 32580877 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpurol.2020.05.151] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2019] [Revised: 05/15/2020] [Accepted: 05/19/2020] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Calyceal diverticulum (CD) is rarely diagnosed in children. It mimics other cystic lesions of the kidney and may be very difficult to identify. Displaying the communication of these fluid-filled cavities with the collecting system of the kidney via imaging methods is the key diagnostic method. The purpose of this study is to determine the presence of calyceal diverticulum in pediatric patients followed up due to simple renal cyst and/or parapelvic cyst. MATERIAL, AND METHOD Patients who were newly diagnosed or being followed up with the ultrasonographic diagnosis of simple cyst(s) or parapelvic cyst(s) in the Department of Pediatric Nephrology of Izmir University of Health Sciences Tepecik Training and Research Hospital between December 2015 and July 2018 were included in the study. Age, gender, admission symptoms, recurrent urinary tract infections, stone disease, trauma history, accompanying urinary system and systemic anomalies, localization, and size of the cyst(s) at admission and during follow-up, treatment type and developing complications were noted. Contrast MR urography was applied to all patients. RESULTS A total of 43 patients [mean age:132 ± 54.9 (12-228) months] including 25 girls were enrolled in the study. The mean follow-up period was 36. 74 ± 19 (1-90) months. The cysts were located mostly in the right kidney and also in the upper pole of the kidney. The mean cyst size was 20.4 ± 11 (8-58) mm at admission, and comparably 20.3 ± 8.6 (10-45) mm at the end of the follow-up. In contrast MR urography, a total of 16 cases were observed at first glance to be associated with pelvicalyceal system. However, in the postcontrast images taken at the 5th minute it was determined that 9 of them were compatible with calyceal diverticulum. CONCLUSION Although it is thought that well-circumscribed solitary renal fluid collections may be thought to be a simple renal cyst at first glance, the differential diagnosis of calyceal diverticulum (CD) should be absolutely kept in mind. Contrast studies and late-phase postcontrast images are needed for the diagnosis of CD. Although the standard management of CDs in children is conservative, surgical intervention may be rarely required.
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- Demet Alaygut
- University of Health Sciences, Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, Department of Pediatric Nephrology, Izmir, Turkey.
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- University of Health Sciences, Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, Department of Radiology, Izmir, Turkey
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- University of Health Sciences, Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, Department of Pediatric Nephrology, Izmir, Turkey
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- University of Health Sciences, Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, Department of Pediatric Nephrology, Izmir, Turkey
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- University of Health Sciences, Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, Department of Pediatrics, Izmir, Turkey
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- University of Health Sciences, Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, Department of Pediatric Nephrology, Izmir, Turkey
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- University of Health Sciences, Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, Department of Pediatric Nephrology, Izmir, Turkey
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- University of Health Sciences, Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, Department of Pediatric Nephrology, Izmir, Turkey
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- Katip Celebi University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Nephrology and Rheumatology, Izmir, Turkey
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McGarry L, Sahadev R, Hogan G, Long C, Otero H, Srinivasan AK, Shukla AR. Calyceal diverticula in children: laparoscopic marsupialization is the optimal intervention. J Pediatr Urol 2020; 16:221.e1-221.e6. [PMID: 32146063 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpurol.2020.01.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2019] [Accepted: 01/28/2020] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Calyceal diverticula (CD) are abnormally dilated calyces caused by a narrowed infundibulum. Although rare, with incidence rates previously reported between 0.21% and 0.45%, CD pose diagnostic dilemmas in children as they mimic other cystic lesions of the kidney with different etiologies. Calyceal diverticula can become symptomatic if they become a locus for infections and stone formation, and the optimal treatment strategy is currently undefined. OBJECTIVE The aim of the study is to present a large series of consecutive cases of pediatric CD and investigate the authors' hypothesis that CDs are more common than previously reported, size of the lesion drives intervention, and laparoscopic ablation is the most effective intervention. STUDY DESIGN The authors conducted an observational case-control survey by reviewing all cases of pediatric CD through a prospectively maintained database of renal cystic lesions at their institution between 2012 and 2018. They analyzed the clinical and radiological presentation and description of symptoms with particular emphasis on the outcomes of ureteroscopic or laparoscopic surgical interventions. RESULTS Of 757 renal cysts evaluated in the pediatric urology clinics at the authors' institution, there were 43 (5%) cases of CD confirmed by cross-sectional imaging or retrograde pyelogram. The median age was 12 years. There was a female preponderance (67%), and 14% were bilateral. Twenty-five of 43 children underwent surgery (58%). On multivariate analysis, the size/complexity of the cyst (odds ratio = 2.13, 1.02 to 4.4, P = 0.04) and the presence of pain (5.931, 1.36 to 25.87, P = 0.018) were found to correlate with the need for intervention. Ureteroscopic intervention (i.e., balloon dilatation, laser incision, or diathermy incision) was the most used index procedure (17/25), followed by laparoscopic ablation (6/25), with success rates of 40% and 100%, respectively (P = 0.01). Complications in either of the approaches were usually mild and similar (P = 0.63). The majority of ureteroscopic interventions required multiple sessions (11/17, 65%, median = 2 major procedures) to achieve resolution, whereas none in the laparoscopic group required a second procedure. There were a total of 30 ureteroscopic and 8 laparoscopic approaches. CONCLUSIONS The authors demonstrate that CD comprise at least 5% of cystic lesions and that CD size and pain at presentation predict intervention in 60% of children diagnosed at their institution. Laparoscopic ablation is the optimal treatment and has significantly higher success rates than the ureteroscopic approach.
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- Laura McGarry
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA.
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Zhang Z, Zhang Y, Wang X, Chen D, Peng N, Chen J, Bleyer A, Wang Q, Liu Y, Zhang Y. Challenges in the diagnosis of calyceal diverticulum: A report of two cases and review of the literature. JOURNAL OF X-RAY SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 2019; 27:1155-1167. [PMID: 31476195 DOI: 10.3233/xst-190549] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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BACKGROUND Calyceal diverticula outpouchings that occur rarely in the upper collecting system of the kidney and is often difficult to detect. In this study, we present two cases of calyceal diverticula and discuss their clinical characteristics and radiologic features. PATIENTS AND METHODS In the presented two cases, we applied several imaging examinations, including delayed intravenous pyelography, retrograde pyelography and axial computerized tomographic (CT) scanning of the kidneys with and without contrast. Serum creatinine levels in fluid withdrawn from the diverticula were found to be significantly higher than the simultaneous serum creatinine levels. Intravenous injection of methylene blue through a ureteral catheter was also aided in the diagnosis. Calyceal diverticulum neck dilatation was performed through a percutaneous nephroscope.ResultsThe two cases were diagnosed preoperatively and the operation was successful performed. The nephrostomy tube was removed seven days after surgery without complications. CT scans of the kidney after six months showed that the size of the calyceal diverticulum of two patients were considerably smaller than pre-surgery. There were no reports of pain in the lumbar region or other discomfort. COMMENTS Diagnosis of calyceal diverticulum mainly depend on a variety of imaging examinations, including the delayed intravenous pyelography, retrograde pyelography, and kidney CT plain scan plus enhanced scan. If the patient cannot be diagnosed by above methods, cyst fluid can be aspirated percutaneously to measure the preoperative creatinine level. If it is significantly higher than the serum creatinine level, the cyst fluid is considered urine, which can assist in the diagnosis of calyceal diverticulum. A ureteral catheter should also be inserted before operation namely, intravenous injection of methylene blue through a ureteral catheter is helpful for diagnosis. The choice of surgical treatment is based on the size and location of calyceal diverticulum and clinical manifestations.
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- Zejian Zhang
- Department of Urology, Shenzhen Longhua District Central Hospital, Guangdong, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Urology, Shenzhen People's Hospital, Guangdong, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Urology, Shenzhen Longhua District Central Hospital, Guangdong, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Urology, Shenzhen Longhua District Central Hospital, Guangdong, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Urology, Shenzhen Longhua District Central Hospital, Guangdong, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Urology, Shenzhen Longhua District Central Hospital, Guangdong, Shenzhen, China
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- Section on Nephrology, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Department of Urology, Shenzhen Longhua District Central Hospital, Guangdong, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Urology, Shenzhen Longhua District Central Hospital, Guangdong, Shenzhen, China
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- Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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Ochoa Santiago Y, Sangüesa Nebot C, Picó Aliaga S, Serrano Durbá A, Ortega López P. Calyceal diverticula in children: Imaging findings and presentations. RADIOLOGIA 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.rxeng.2018.05.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Ochoa Santiago Y, Sangüesa Nebot C, Aliaga SP, Serrano Durbá A, López PO. Divertículos caliciales en niños: hallazgos radiológicos y formas de presentación. RADIOLOGIA 2018; 60:378-386. [DOI: 10.1016/j.rx.2018.02.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2017] [Revised: 01/10/2018] [Accepted: 02/25/2018] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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Zhang JQ, Wang Y, Zhang JH, Zhang XD, Xing NZ. Retrospective Analysis of Ultrasound-guided Flexible Ureteroscopy in the Management of Calyceal Diverticular Calculi. Chin Med J (Engl) 2017; 129:2067-73. [PMID: 27569233 PMCID: PMC5009590 DOI: 10.4103/0366-6999.189060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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Background: Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is the most widely recommended treatment for calyceal diverticular calculi, providing excellent stone-free results. However, its invasiveness is not negligible considering its major complication rates. Flexible ureteroscopy (FURS) is currently used to treat calyceal diverticula. However, the greatest drawback of FURS is locating the diverticulum since its neck is narrow and concealed. In such a case, the FURS procedure must be converted to PCNL. The aim of this study was to evaluate ultrasound-guided flexible ureteroscopy (UFURS) identifying diverticulum and the management of calyceal diverticular calculi. Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted on 24 patients who had calyceal diverticular calculi. In all 12 patients in the UFURS group, direct FURS failed to find evidence of calyceal diverticula but were confirmed with imaging. The other 12 patients in the PCNL group received PCNL plus fulguration of the diverticular walls. Results: Puncture of calyceal diverticulum was successful in all 12 UFURS patients. Two patients in this group had postoperative residual calculi and two patients developed fever. In the PCNL group, percutaneous renal access and lithotomy were successful in all 12 patients. One patient in this group had residual calculi, one had perirenal hematoma, and two patients developed fever. No significant difference was found in the operating time (UFURS vs. PCNL, 91.8 ± 24.2 vs. 86.3 ± 18.7 min), stone-free rate (UFURS vs. PCNL, 9/12 vs. 10/12), and rate of successful lithotripsy (UFURS vs. PCNL, 10/12 vs. 11/12) between the two groups (all P > 0.05). Postoperative pain scores in the FURS group were significantly lower than that in the PCNL group (2.7 ± 1.2 vs. 6.2 ± 1.5, P < 0.05). Hospital stay in the UFURS group was significantly shorter than that in the PCNL group (3.4 ± 0.8 vs. 5.4 ± 1.0 days, P < 0.05). All patients were symptom-free following surgery (UFURS vs. PCNL, 10/10 vs. 12/12). Conclusion: Ultrasound-guided puncture facilitates identification of calyceal diverticula during FURS and improves the success rate of FURS surgery.
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- Ji-Qing Zhang
- Department of Urology, Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100020, China
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- Department of Urology, Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100020, China
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- Department of Urology, Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100020, China
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- Department of Urology, Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100020, China
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- Department of Urology, Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100020, China
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