Extracorporeal Shockwave Lithotripsy (ESWL) Health Feed

Kidney stones are a common health problem in our country. If left untreated, they can lead to pain, infection and in some cases even kidney failure.

ESWL (Extracorporeal Shops Wave Lithotripsy) is the only non invasive method of kidney stone treatment

Ultrasound guided ESWL has the added advantage of localizing the radiolucent calculi and provides a real time imaging of stone fragmentation.

Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) for kidney stones

Treatment overview -

Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) uses electromagnetic waves to break a kidney stone into small pieces like sand particles that can more easily travel through the urinary tract and pass from the body.
You lie on a water-filled cushion, and the surgeon uses x-rays or ultrasound tests to precisely locate the stone. Electromagnetic waves pass through your body without injuring it and...more

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Size of the kidney stone is important to do whether lithotripsy or not. If the size is below 9 mm, HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICINES can definitely break the stones and helps to drain out through urine. No side effects in HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICINES. Once lithotripsy done the chance for further formation of kidney stones also more. Homoeopathic medicine can prevent further recurrence. Feel free to contact me for further details. Thank you.

Hi lybrate-user, It is advisable to wait for atleast 1-2 weeks after stent removal before having intercourse. Stent removal should not interfere with ejaculation and if you are having any such problem then you should get it checked from your urologist.

Sex performancd is not at all related to lithotripsy. U will be able to produce sperm as before and your performance will remain just like before.

It is inwhich part of ureter. If upper go for RIRS. And if lower or mid ureter then go for ureteroscopic removal.

you should take 3-4 l water daily avoid taking vegetables containing seeds like brinjals, tomatoes, palak
and please confirm that no other stone is present in kidney at present.

Yes they break it in small pieces by lithotripsy.
It can also be removed by homoeopathic treatment.
You can consult me at Lybrate.

Kidney stones that are less than 5 millimeters (mm) in size will commonly pass with medical management. Stones that are greater than 10 mm will usually require surgery. Let's discuss your problem for better advice.