Ultrasound guided percutaneous nephrostomy: Experience at ahmadu bello university teaching hospital, Zaria
Conclusion: PCN is an important and common procedure for temporary relief of upper urinary tract obstruction. While fluoroscopic guidance provides superior image guidance, ultrasound guidance is comparatively reliable, albeit with a longer learning curve. Adequate training, careful patients selection, and patience are key to success.
Source: Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice - Category: Rural Health Authors: M Ahmed AT Lawal A Bello A Sudi M Awaisu S Muhammad N Oyelowo M Tolani BK Hamza HY Maitama Source Type: research
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