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Table 3 Complications according to the Calvien grading system

From: Multitract percutaneous nephrolithotomy in the management of staghorn stones

Grade

Percentage

Grade 1

13 patients (20%)

 Fever

7 patients (11%)

 Transient renal function derangement

2 patients (3%)

 Postoperative nausea and vomiting

4 patients (6%)

Grade 2

9 patients (13.8%)

 Blood transfusion

6 patients (9%)

 Infection require additional antibiotic

2 patients (3%)

 Nephrostomy site leakage

1 patient (1.5%)

Grade 3(b)

2 patients (3%)

 Bleeding require termination of the procedure

1 patient (1.5%)

 Ureteric stone after JJ removal

1 patient (1.5%)

Grade 4

None

Grade 5

None