Conditions
Urinary stones and lithotripsy
Stone size, location, density, symptoms, infection, kidney function, and medication use determine which of the four lithotripsy pathways on this site is appropriate. The pages below summarise typical discussions aligned with the Urology NSW kidney and bladder stone material.
Kidney stones
ESWL, flexible ureteroscopy with laser, and PCNL each have defined roles by stone size and position.
Kidney stone page
Ureteric stones
Laser ureteroscopy is common; ESWL can suit selected stones; stents may be needed when infected or obstructed.
Ureteric stone page
Bladder stones
Endoscopic litholapaxy for large calculi; management of outlet obstruction or other underlying causes.
Bladder stone page