Retroperitoneal laparoscopic pyelolithotomy in an ectopic pelvic kidney.

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Retroperitoneal laparoscopic pyelolithotomy was performed in an ectopic pelvic kidney with renal pelvis calculi.

METHODS AND RESULTS: Laparoscopic pyelolithotomy was successfully performed in an ectopic pelvic kidney by using the retroperitoneal route. The total operation time was 130 minutes, and the estimated blood loss was < 50 mL. The patient was discharged on the second postoperative day without any complications.

CONCLUSION: Laparoscopic pyelolithotomy is an effective treatment option for management of stones in the pelvis of an ectopic pelvic kidney. The retroperitoneal route may help to avoid intraoperative and postoperative complications.