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  • 60 Years
  • 14/08/2025

My dad just had PCNL surgery for a 4.52cm staghorn stone and multiple small stones in his left kidney. How safe is this procedure and what should we expect during recovery?

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It is a time tested surgery. It Can be performed safely. Proper preoperative evaluation is important

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Consult a Urologist

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