Kidney Stones
Kidney Stones
Stones may form in any part of the Urinary tract from the Kidneys to the Urethra. Stones are usually silent and asymptomatic. They cause symptoms when the become bigger or move from its position. They can cause pain and blood in the urine. Our Urologist are very experienced in the treatment of Urinary stones. The exact treatment will depend on the location of the stone. There are a few methods used for treatment of Urinary Stones
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Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL)
ESWL is better to treat smaller stones in the upper urinary tract ( Kidneys and Ureter). The surgeon uses a machine to deliver shockwaves from outside the body using a probe. The shock waves break up the stone without any damage to the organs. The broken stones are then passed out when urinating.
Anaesthesia
General Anaesthesia
Procedure Time
1 hour
Hospital Admission
1 night
Cost
1200
Endoscopic Stone Treatment
The surgeon introduces a small flexible tube with a camera into the urethra. Once the stone is identified, a small wire is passed inside the scope. A laser can be used to break the stones and it is removed.
Anaesthesia
General Anaesthesia
Procedure Time
1 hour
Hospital Admission
1 night
Cost
6500 to 7500
Percutaneous Lephrolithotripsy
An open procedure may be needed for larger stones or where ESWL or Endoscopic treatments have failed. The surgeon makes a small incision on the patients back and gets access to the area. The surgeon uses scope (a small flexible tube with a camera) to access the stone. The stone can be broken up or removed as a whole.
Anaesthesia
General Anaesthesia
Procedure Time
1 hour
Hospital Admission
1 night
Cost
6500 to 7500
Reach out to the list of hospitals providing these services.
- Electiva Pines Manchester
- Electiva Burcot Bromsgrove