Procedure

Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL)

A one-page care plan for patients having Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL), covering Purpose, Protection & Preparation, Expectations & Execution, Nutrition & Next Steps, Consistency, Indications and Lifestyle & Long-Term Success.

In this plan

  1. Purpose, Protection & Preparation

    • I understand this procedure removes large kidney stones
    • I understand it uses a small incision in my back to reach the kidney
    • I follow fasting and medication instructions before the procedure
    • I tell my provider about infections, bleeding risks, or medications
    • I arrange a ride and plan for recovery time
  2. Expectations & Execution

    5 points, for partners

  3. Nutrition & Next Steps

    4 points, for partners

  4. Consistency

    4 points, for partners

  5. Indications

    4 points, for partners

  6. Lifestyle & Long-Term Success

    4 points, for partners

When to call the office and when to call 911: for partners

See the full plan

Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is one of the plans included with a partnership. Partners read every plan in full, and print any of them for a patient.

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