Laparoscopic Pyelolithotomy in a Pelvic Kidney: A Case Report and Review of the Literature

Background and Objectives:

Laparoscopic pyelolithotomy was performed in a pelvic kidney with a large renal pelvis calculus.

Methods and Results:

Laparoscopic pyelolithotomy was successfully performed in a pelvic kidney with an operative time of 310 minutes. The use of intraoperative fluoroscopy and a semi-automatic suturing device greatly facilitated the procedure. The patient''s operative pain was managed with 3 doses of ketorolac; she resumed a regular diet the day after surgery, and was discharged on the first postoperative day.

Conclusions:

For patients with a large stone in the renal pelvis of an ectopic kidney, laparoscopic pyelolithotomy provides an effective approach.