Tubeless percutaneous nephrolithotomy without retrograde ureteral catheterization for the treatment of pediatric upper ureteral stones: One case report.

INTRODUCTION

Traditional Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) typically involves the retrograde placement of a ureteral catheter. However, this procedure can present additional risks in pediatric patients.

CASE PRESENTATION

We report a case of a 10-year-old boy, weighing 33 kg, diagnosed with a right upper ureteral stone complicated by hydronephrosis and urosepsis.

CLINICAL DISCUSSION

Tubeless PCNL without retrograde indwelling ureteral catheter was performed on the second day of hospitalization.

CONCLUSION

This case applied tubeless PCNL without retrograde ureteral catheterization in a single prone position. The procedure was successful and safe.