Which position is typically used for patients undergoing GU Non-vascular procedures?

For genitourinary (GU) non-vascular procedures, the prone position is often utilized because it allows better access to the posterior structures of the urinary tract, such as the kidneys and ureters. This positioning is advantageous during procedures like percutaneous nephrostomy, where visualization and access to the kidney through the back is necessary.

In the prone position, the patient's abdomen is free to allow for adequate manipulation of instruments and imaging guidance if needed, while also minimizing pressure on the abdomen and facilitating better drainage of any fluid if procedures involve aspiration or drainage.

Other positions, while potentially useful for various reasons in different contexts, do not provide the same level of access and visibility required for many GU non-vascular interventions. For example, lying supine could limit access to the back, sitting upright might hinder access altogether, and lateral decubitus is less common for such procedures. Thus, the prone position specifically aligns well with the anatomical requirements and procedural needs typically encountered in GU interventions.