Open Surgical Renal Biopsy : its Indications and Advantages of Posterior Surgical Approach

Abstract

50 patients with clinical evidence of renal parenchymal disease underwent open renal biopsy, Gil-Vernet's posterior surgical approach was used in 33 cases, and the flank approach, in 12 cases. The posterior approach was found to be performed more rapidly, with adequate exposure and with diminished morbidity. The surgical indications and technique are reviewed and the advantages and limitations of the posterior surgical approach are discussed.