PNL

There are multiple definitions:

  1. percutaneous nephrolithotomy(English)

    • procedure of choice for the treatment of large or complex renal calculi. Is usually performed with the patient in prone position through a posterior calyx. The long-term complications include loss of function, perinephric collection, recurrent urinary tract infection, stricturing of the collecting system, urethral stricture, and stone recurrence; also as PCNL
    • CSRF, PCNL, LSD, SSS
    • Nephrology, Surgery
    • https://doi.org…0970-1591.44281
  2. posterior nipple line(English)