Percutaneous nephrolithotomy, extracorporeal lithotripsy and ureteroscopy have changed the face of urolithiasis. Open surgery is becoming extremely rare today. Nevertheless, the cooperation between nephrologist and urologist remains essential and is the only way to prevent recurrence.

Keywords:
Urology, Surgery, Renal stones, Lithotripsy
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