Prevention of infectious complications of percutaneous nephrolithotomy

Minerva Urol Nefrol. 2015 Dec;67(4):317-23. Epub 2015 Sep 11.

Abstract

Infection and sepsis is a complication of percutaneous nephrolithotomy that can lead to morbidity, mortality, and increased costs. Herein we review the current relevant literature on the topic of prevention of sepsis after percutaneous nephrolithotomy.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / therapeutic use
  • Humans
  • Incidence
  • Kidney Calculi / complications
  • Kidney Calculi / therapy
  • Nephrostomy, Percutaneous / adverse effects*
  • Postoperative Complications / prevention & control*
  • Sepsis / drug therapy
  • Sepsis / prevention & control

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents