Combination laparoscopy and nephrolithotomy technique in the same session in patients with complete staghorn stones and poor performance status: case series in a single center with long-term follow-up.

The technique of combining laparoscopy and nephrolithotomy in the same session was an effective and safe treatment for patients with complete staghorn stones and poor performance status. The method was scarcely affected by the stone burden and morphology, had a satisfactory stone free rate, and resulted in no major complications, particularly life-threatening sepsis. It might be an option for such patients.