Publications by authors named "Cindy Holtz"
Objectives: To evaluate intraoperative decision making regarding the necessity of second-look nephroscopy after percutaneous nephrolithotomy.
Methods: Percutaneous nephrolithotomy was performed cooperatively by a urologist and radiologist equipped with a high-resolution C-arm. Ultrasonic lithotripsy was performed followed by thorough flexible nephroscopy and fluoroscopy.
Aim: The purpose of this study was to review our institution's 11-year experience with SNS for the treatment of refractory voiding dysfunction. Dating back to 1993, it covers a span of time which describes the evolution of SNS as it includes PNE trials, non-tined (bone-anchored or fascial-anchored) leads, percutaneous tined leads with two-staged procedures, and even percutaneous pudendal trials.
Methods: A retrospective review was performed on SNS patients who received an implantable pulse generator (IPG) in our practice from 12/1993 to 12/2004.
Purpose: Management of fragments generated by ureteroscopic laser lithotripsy remains controversial. In this study we explored the impact of active fragment extraction after ureteroscopic laser lithotripsy on stone clearance.
Materials And Methods: A total of 69 patients with 3 or less upper urinary tract calculi (5 to 15 mm) demonstrated on preoperative CT were prospectively evaluated.
Purpose: Percutaneous nephrolithotomy effectively treats large volume renal calculi but relies on postoperative imaging to judge success. We evaluated the effectiveness of maximizing intraoperative imaging through combined high resolution fluoroscopy and flexible nephroscopy.
Materials And Methods: Percutaneous nephrolithotomy was performed cooperatively with a radiologist in an interventional radiology suite equipped with a ceiling mounted, high resolution C-arm.