Intrarenal Surgery for Kidney Stones and Other Kidney Diseases
A special issue of Journal of Clinical Medicine (ISSN 2077-0383). This special issue belongs to the section "Nephrology & Urology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 February 2026 | Viewed by 24
Special Issue Editor
Interests: kidney stones; urolithiasis; flexible ureteroscopy; percutaneous nephrolithotomy; metaphylaxis; laser; lithotripsy
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Dear Colleagues,
Intrarenal surgery is an evolving landscape that encompasses both established and novel approaches to the management of kidney stones and other renal pathologies. Recent advances in endourology have included novel lasers; thinner flexible ureteroscopes, most of which are single-use; miniaturized percutaneous nephrolithotomy; and novel accessory instruments such as flexible and navigable access sheaths or automated platforms that incorporate artificial intelligence to regulate irrigation and suction for enhanced visibility and safety. All of these developments have significantly enhanced surgical efficacy, reduced morbidity, and expanded the indications for minimally invasive interventions. Beyond lithiasis, intrarenal surgery is increasingly applied to the management of other pathologies such as urothelial tumors or congenital abnormalities. The integration of these new devices and techniques is transforming standards and the outcome of procedures. This Special Issue welcomes the submission of original research and clinical perspectives on operative techniques, outcome metrics, complication management, and future innovations in intrarenal surgery.
Dr. Razvan Multescu
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- intrarenal surgery
- flexible ureteroscopy
- percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
- Mini-PCNL
- thulium laser
- ureteral access sheaths
- flexible and navigable suction (FANS)
- upper urinary tract urothelial tumors
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