PCNL — Laser Kidney Stone Surgery in Lucknow — Dr. Kanishk Dokania, Lucknow

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PCNL — Laser Kidney Stone Surgery in Lucknow

Expert PCNL (Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy) for large kidney stones by Dr. Kanishk Dokania at Charak Hospital, Lucknow. 85%+ stone-free rate. Minimally invasive. Call: 0522-666-4444.

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What is PCNL?

PCNL (Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy) is the gold-standard minimally invasive surgery for large kidney stones (>2 cm), staghorn calculi, and complex stones not treatable by ESWL or URSL. A small 1 cm puncture is made in the back under X-ray/ultrasound guidance; a channel is created into the kidney and the stone is fragmented using Holmium laser and removed.

Dr. Kanishk Dokania performs laser-assisted PCNL at Charak Hospital, Lucknow with a stone-free rate exceeding 85% and a hospital stay of 2–3 days.

When is PCNL Needed?

  • Kidney stones larger than 2 cm
  • Staghorn (coral) calculi filling the renal pelvis
  • Stones in horseshoe or anomalous kidneys
  • Stones that failed ESWL (shockwave therapy)
  • Multiple large stones in a single kidney
  • Stones causing obstruction, infection or bleeding

Laser Stone Surgery Options & Cost at Charak Hospital

ProcedureBest ForStayCost (Approx.)
URSL (Ureteroscopic Laser)Ureteric stones 4–15 mmDay-care₹35,000 – ₹60,000
PCNL (Percutaneous)Large kidney stones >2 cm2–3 days₹60,000 – ₹1,10,000
RIRS (Flexible Ureteroscopy)Complex intrarenal stones1–2 days₹70,000 – ₹1,20,000

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Recovery After PCNL

  • Hospital stay: 2–3 days; nephrostomy tube removed before discharge
  • Ureteric stent (DJ stent) kept for 2–4 weeks post-operatively
  • Return to desk work: 7–10 days
  • Full activity: 3–4 weeks
  • Stone-free rate: 85–90% (single session for most patients)

Frequently Asked Questions

Kidney stones larger than 2 cm are typically treated with PCNL. Smaller stones (5–20 mm) in the ureter can be treated with URSL (ureteroscopic laser). Stones 1–2 cm in the kidney can sometimes be treated with RIRS (flexible ureteroscopy) or ESWL if the position is favourable.
PCNL typically takes 60–90 minutes under general or spinal anaesthesia. A nephrostomy tube is placed at the end of surgery and removed after 24–48 hours once urine output is clear. Most patients are discharged in 2–3 days.
Yes — without preventive measures, stones recur in 50% of patients within 5 years. Prevention includes: drinking 2.5–3 litres of water daily, stone analysis to guide diet, 24-hour urine metabolic evaluation, reducing salt and animal protein, and regular ultrasound follow-up every 6–12 months.
PCNL is performed under anaesthesia so there is no pain during surgery. Post-operatively, there may be mild to moderate back discomfort where the puncture was made, typically controlled with oral pain medication for 3–5 days. Most patients are comfortable and mobile by Day 2.

📍 Consult Dr. Kanishk Dokania at Charak Hospital, Lucknow

  • MBBS · MS · M.Ch (Urology) — Urologist & Kidney Transplant Surgeon
  • OPD: Monday–Saturday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Consultation Fee: ₹800
  • Institute of Urology & Kidney Transplant, Hardoi Road, near Safaid Masjid, Dubagga, Lucknow – 226003
  • 📞 0522-666-4444 | Emergency: 24×7

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🕐 OPD & Contact

Days: Monday – Saturday

Timings: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Fee: ₹800

Emergency: 24×7

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