In surgical procedures, there is a delicate balance between preventing thromboembolism by maintaining thromboprophylaxis, and avoiding excessive bleeding. Patients requiring treatment for urinary stones are often taking antithrombotic medication, or have an underlying bleeding disorder. This Review brings together the current recommendations for perioperative management of thromboprophylaxis in lithotripsy.
- Andreas Bourdoumis
- Theodora Stasinou
- Junaid Masood
