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Duration of Treatment: About 30-50 mins
Stay Duration: 1-2 days (in hospital), 3-6 days (outside hospital)
Cost: 2400-4000USD
*The cost of surgery depends on various factors, it is only a rough estimate. Final treatment plan and costs are shared, after consultation with the hospitals and their judgement.
Kidney stone removal surgery, also known as lithotripsy, is a medical procedure used to break down and remove kidney stones from the urinary tract. Kidney stones are solid mineral deposits that form in the kidneys and can cause severe pain and discomfort. Surgery is typically considered when the size, location, or composition of the kidney stones makes them difficult to pass naturally or when they cause complications such as urinary tract infections or obstruction of urine flow.
Pre-Procedure
Evaluation: The patient undergoes a comprehensive medical evaluation, including imaging tests like X-rays, CT scans, or ultrasounds, to determine the size, location, and number of kidney stones.
Anesthesia: The type of anesthesia (local, regional, or general) to be used during the procedure is discussed with the patient.
Procedure
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL): This non-invasive procedure uses shock waves to break the kidney stones into smaller fragments, which can then be passed out of the body through urine.
Ureteroscopy: A thin tube with a camera is inserted through the urinary tract to locate and remove or break down the stones using lasers or other specialized tools.
Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL): In this procedure, a small incision is made in the back, and a thin tube is inserted directly into the kidney to remove or break down the stones.
Laparoscopic Surgery: In some cases, minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery may be used to remove larger or more complex stones.
Post-Procedure
Recovery: The patient is monitored in a recovery area after the procedure. Depending on the type of surgery, a hospital stay may be required.
Pain Management: Pain medications may be prescribed to manage post-operative discomfort.
Fluid Intake: Adequate fluid intake is emphasized to help flush out remaining stone fragments and prevent new stone formation.