Serum Endotoxin Assay to Predict the Development of Postoperative Infectious Complications and Systemic Inflammatory Response Following Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy.

University of Miami

Summary

The aim of the study is to establish an infectious risk stratification system based on pre-and post-operative blood endotoxin profile.

Eligibility

Age range: 18+ years
Sex: All
Healthy volunteers: No

Detailed criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Adults that is able to consent (≥ 18 years of age) * Scheduled to undergo PCNL at Uhealth tower and Jackson Memorial Hospitals * not currently immunosuppressed \[White blood count (WBC) \>= 2, not on immunosuppressive medications\] Exclusion Criteria: * unable to consent and \< 18 years of age * currently immunosuppressed (WBC \< 2, not on immunosuppressive medications)

Location

University of Miami
Miami, Florida
hns35@miami.edu 3052433246

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