Contrast-enhanced ultrasound versus conventional ultrasound-guided percutaneous nephrolithotomy in patients with a non-dilated collecting system: results of a pooled analysis of randomized controlled trials

Abstract Background Contrast-enhanced ultrasound in percutaneous nephrolithotomy (CEUS-PCNL) is an economical and practical technique for the treatment of patients with renal stones without significant collecting system dilatation. The aim of this systematic review is to compare the safety and effic...

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Published in:	BMC Urology
Main Authors:	Li Wang, Kun-peng Li, Shan Yin, Lin Yang, Ping-yu Zhu
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	BMC 2023-05-01
Subjects:	Contrast-enhanced ultrasound Percutaneous nephrolithotomy Urinary calculi Urolithiasis
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1186/s12894-023-01269-8