Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS) With High-Power Laser and Flexible, Navigable Suction Access Sheath (FANS) vs Mini-Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (miniPCNL) for 2-3 cm Renal Stones

Flexible Ureterorenoscopy With High-Power Holmium: YAG Laser and Flexible, Navigable Suction Access Sheath vs Mini-Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy in 2-3 cm Kidney Stones Treatment: A Prospective Cohort Study

This prospective cohort study aims to compare the safety and efficacy of retrograde intrarenal surgery combined with a high-power Holmium:YAG laser and flexible navigable suction access sheath versus mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy in patients with 2-3 cm renal stones.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age ≥18 years
• Kidney stones measuring 2-3 cm
• Suitable for Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS) or Mini-Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (MiniPCNL)
• Provided written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Pregnancy
• Renal transplantation
• Congenital renal anomalies
• Uncorrectable coagulopathy