
By Mr Aza Mohammed
04.08.22
Urology
Treating staghorn stones with percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is one of the most effective treatments for staghorn stones, a type of kidney stone. In this article, esteemed consultant urologist Mr Aza Mohammed, who treats patients in Harpenden, Luton, London, and Hatfield, explains the severity of these kidney stones and how they are usually diagnosed. He also outlines how percutaneous nephrolithotomy is performed and what risks are involved.