A meta-analysis: retrograde intrarenal surgery vs. percutaneous nephrolithotomy in children

BackgroundsThe increasing prevalence of pediatric kidney stones worldwide makes minimally invasive lithotripsy like retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS) and percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) more prevalent. However, their safety and efficacy are controversial. Consequently, a meta-analysis of the...

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Main Authors: Yi Yuan, Yan-nei Liang, Kai-feng Li, Yi-ru Ho, Qian-long Wu, Zhang Zhao
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2023-05-01
Series:Frontiers in Pediatrics
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fped.2023.1086345/full