Mortality from kidney stone disease (KSD) as reported in the literature over the last two decades: a systematic review

ConclusionPre-procedural optimization of the patients is the key to avoiding KSD mortality, and care should be taken in patients with multiple co-morbidities. Surgeons should meticulously plan for patients with high stone burden to reduce their operative time, as mortality can be procedural related.
Source: World Journal of Urology - Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research