Patient's question:
Hello, I have kidney and ureteral stones measuring 6.1mm and 5.1mm respectively. I have been taking traditional Chinese medicine for over a month and have been experiencing some faint sensations. Could you please ask the expert if the stones have been removed?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended to first choose extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) for stone removal treatment. This device should be the preferred choice for:(1) Various renal and ureteral stones less than 1.2 cm in diameter. ESWL is preferred because it causes no kidney damage, ensures thorough stone removal, is safe and painless, and avoids the secondary damage of shock wave fragmentation. If the stone diameter is greater than 1.2 cm, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy should first be used to fragment the larger stone, followed by ESWL for complete stone removal, achieving complementary advantages.
(2) Particularly suitable for acute ureteral stones and the resulting hydronephrosis, renal pelvis dilation, ureteral hydronephrosis, ureteral dilation, and renal colic. It can rapidly expel ureteral stones, immediately relieve pain, and quickly alleviate the aforementioned 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 first be removed to prevent the formation of a "stone street" in the ureter. If needed, please contact us.