Jejunal Perforation During Percutaneous Nephrolithotrypsy

Authors :: M. Al-Assiri
S. Binsaleh
J. Libman
M. Anidjar
Source :: The Scientific World Journal, Vol 5, Pp 496-499 (2005)
Publication Year :: 2005
Publisher :: Hindawi Limited, 2005.
Abstract: Colonic and duodenal perforations, albeit rare, are known complications of PCNL; however, to our knowledge, jejunal perforation has never been reported. We report a case of an 83-year-old man, underwent left PCNL for a 2cm stone in the renal pelvis, confirmed to have a jejunal perforation. He was successfully managed conservatively. His diagnostic work up and management will be discussed.

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