title: Flank bulge following supracostal percutaneous nephrolithotomy: A report of 2 cases.
abstract: Damage to intercostal nerves during surgical procedures has been associated with a postoperative flank bulge, due to denervation of the anterolateral abdominal wall musculature. This complication has not been reported following percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL). We are aware of 3 cases, but have details on 2 cases of postoperative flank bulge following supracostal PCNL which are reported here. We also suggest how this complication could potentially be minimized.
authors.affiliation: Department of Urology, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS;
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authors.forename: Kenneth T
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authors.lastname: Pace
authors.forename: R John D'A
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