Analysis of Risk Factors of Complications in Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy at the East Avenue Medical Center

Abstract

Objective: This study evaluated postoperative complications of percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) and the influence of selected factors on the risk of complications using the modified Clavien classification system in East Avenue Medical Center.

Patients and Methods: All patients who were treated with Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) at East Avenue Medical Center from January to August 2017 were included. Complications were evaluated by the modified Clavien classification system.

Results: Of the 45 patients with Clavien scores, 5 (11.1%) patients experienced one or more complications. Noted complications were fever, pneumothorax, hydrothorax and sepsis. According to the modified Clavien classification, the majority had no complications and classified as Clavien grade 0.

Conclusion: The majority of complications after PCNL are minimal. Longer operative time and age > 59 are associated with the risk of more severe postoperative complications in PCNL.