How can ureteral stone be treated?

Patient's question:

Left 0.7X0.4 (upper segment), right 1.7X0.8 (upper segment), with mild hydronephrosis in early stage

Doctor's answer:

Hello: It is recommended to use extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) for stone removal treatment.
First, let me clarify that the principle of extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) is fundamentally different from that of extracorporeal shock wave (ESWL). The advantage of ESWL lies in its lack of organ damage, thorough stone removal, minimal patient discomfort, and ease of acceptance. In contrast, extracorporeal shock wave (ESWL) can cause organ damage and is more painful.
ESWL technology is a state-of-the-art patented technology that employs high-frequency superconductivity, fluid dynamics, and three-dimensional shock wave dynamics for stone removal, assisted by large digital ultrasound localization. It features precise positioning, rapid stone removal, and is particularly effective for biliary stones, ureteral stones, and intrahepatic calculi, especially for in the intrahepatic bile ducts, ensuring complete stone removal.
The most outstanding feature of this equipment is its user-friendly operation, thorough stone removal for various types of stones, wide range of indications, minimal side effects on the human body, painless stone removal during the process, no need for hospitalization, and low treatment costs, making it highly acceptable to patients. It is a reliable, effective, simple, and practical treatment device with unique equipment and technical advantages. Therefore, it is the optimal choice for treating various types of stones.
The indications and scope of treatment for extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy are as follows:
(1) For various renal and ureteral stones smaller than 1.2 cm, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy should be the preferred treatment. This is because it causes no kidney damage, ensures thorough stone removal, is safe and painless, and avoids the side effects of shock wave. If the stone diameter exceeds 1.2 cm, extracorporeal shock wave should first be used for crushing, followed by extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy for complete stone removal, achieving complementary advantages.
(2) This equipment is particularly suitable for acute ureteral stones and the resulting hydronephrosis, renal dilatation, ureteral hydronephrosis, ureteral dilatation, and renal colic. It can rapidly remove ureteral stones, alleviate pain immediately, and quickly relieve symptoms, making it the preferred treatment for ureteral stones.
(3) For patients with multiple renal stones complicated by ipsilateral ureteral stones, the ureteral stones should be removed first, followed by the removal of multiple renal stones, to prevent the formation of a "stone street" in the ureter.
(4) For large renal stones that remain in the lower pole renal pelvis or calyces after ESWL, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy is the ideal treatment for complete stone removal. This is because the handheld high-frequency superconductive shock wave transducer can directly contact the stones in the lower pole of the kidney, moving them into the renal pelvis and ureter for removal.
(5) Suitable for treating in the gallbladder smaller than 4 mm. It ensures thorough stone removal without pain and is the best choice for treating gallstones. It is also the only equipment worldwide capable of removing stones in the liver and bile system.
(6) Particularly suitable for treating in intrahepatic bile ducts and the common bile duct. It ensures thorough stone removal, rapid symptom relief, and no pain or side effects. It solves the global medical of poor treatment outcomes in traditional medicine, the difficulty and incompleteness of surgical stone removal in modern medicine, and the high incidence of severe complications and postoperative recurrence.
(7) For the treatment of various types of stones due to complications such as urinary tract infections leading to pyelonephritis, ureteritis, cystitis, prostatitis, urethritis, or infections in the liver and bile system leading to cholecystitis or intrahepatic and extrahepatic cholangitis, antibiotics must be administered first to treat inflammation. ESWL treatment can only be performed after the inflammation subsides.
According to clinical observations, Professor Chen Bangjing believes that extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy is a leading new technology for treating stones worldwide, with a national patent. It is the preferred method for treating renal stones, ureteral stones (which are generally removed within two hours), gallstones, and extrahepatic bile duct stones, as well as intrahepatic bile duct stones. Its complete and thorough stone removal, lack of organ damage, and low cost have benefited a vast number of patients. For stones beyond the scope of ESWL, extracorporeal shock wave should be performed first, followed by lithotripsy. For large renal cast stones and gallstones, surgical removal is recommended upon discovery.
If you need extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy treatment, please contact me by phone. Thank you for your cooperation, and wish you a speedy recovery.