Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) faces challenges as alternative methods like retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS) and flexible ureteroscopy (FURS) gain popularity due to their safety and reduced complications. Analysis of procedures from 2001 to 2015 in Australia reveals an increase in ureteroscopy and a decline in PCNL and shockwave lithotripsy (SWL), indicating a shift in treatment paradigms. Future advancements in robotic assistance and nanotechnology may further influence surgical approaches in managing renal stones.