Kidney Stones
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Minimally Invasive Stone Surgery
The field encompassing minimally invasive stone surgery is termed Endourology and is a subspecialty within Urology. Almost all urinary tract stones can be successfully treated with minimally invasive surgical techniques, and they have evolved significantly over the last twenty years. As a result, surgery which in the past required a lengthy hospital admission can now be performed as a “day only” procedure. Fundamental to this have been the improvements made to endoscopic equipment, training, and the development of lasers to fragment stones. A tailored approach to stone management is available for each patient, balancing the need for complete stone clearance, along with achieving rapid recovery and early resumption of normal activities. Each technique has their various pros and cons, and will be outlined in detail.
Urinary Tract “Double J” Stent
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Minimally Invasive Stone Surgery - Before & After
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Complete Staghorn calculus in right kidney treated with PCNL; Lower pole stone in left kidney treated with Flexible pyeloscopy and laser lithotripsy |
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