Rigid ureteroscopic lithotripsy versus percutaneous nephrolithotomy for large proximal ureteral stones: A meta-analysis.

Qing WangJiachao GuoHenglong HuYuchao LuJiaqiao ZhangBaolong QinYufeng WangZongbiao ZhangShao-Gang Wang

Published in: PloS one (2017)

Both PCNL and rigid URSL are safe for patients with large proximal ureteral stones while PCNL is more effective in stone clearance.

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