This is the first textbook devoted entirely to percutaneous renal surgery. The text explains
the basic anatomy instruments track dilation and creation kidney access and surgical
treatment of all complex stone scenarios. The book is written in simple sections and is
extensively illustrated with more than 250 illustrations. All diagrams have been drawn by the
author and reproduced by a professional graphic artist. The book describes the basic techniques
then progresses clinically through to more difficult clinical and surgical scenarios. In this
way it is akin to a cook book in style that is easily referenced and readable. As
percutaneous renal surgery is a team effort the book contains descriptors for ward and theatre
technicians and nurses as well as equipment lists. The book also contains a do it yourself
six-stage percutaneous renal surgery workshop program. This workshop can be performed in any
department practising PCNL. Percutaneous Renal Surgery: A Practical Clinical Handbook
represents a practical manual suitable for medical students nurses and technicians and is a
unique manual for all urology trainees and urologists treating renal stone disease worldwide.
