For Open Nephrolithotomy we have terms and definitions in 2 topics. The topics are Health and Urology.

Open Nephrolithotomy (Health)

Surgical excision of kidney stones via the back or abdomen in which the kidney may be opened

Open Nephrolithotomy (Urology)

Is the most invasive procedure for removing kidney stones. Because it is so traumatic, most kidneys can withstand no more than two such operations. Deep anesthesia is required, after which the surgeon makes a large (10-20 centimeter) incision in the patient's back or abdomen, depending upon where the stone is located. Either the ureter or the kidney isopened and the stone extracted. Most patients require prolonged hospitalization afterward, and recovery may take up to two months.

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