Patient's question:
At the age of 16, I had a kidney stone that was passed, but there have been crystals since then without further development. In early this year, an ultrasound examination showed only crystals. In early August, a urine test did not detect red blood cells. Later, due to family requests, I took Ge-lich D tablets for a period of time. In September, a urine test showed red blood cells. After a while, sometimes in the morning when I hold my urine, I experience lower back pain and discomfort, which disappears after urination. Now, a color ultrasound has detected a 0.9 cm kidney stone.Doctor's answer:
Hello: It is recommended to use extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) for stone removal treatment; and to undergo early treatment as soon as possible, as the effect is better. First, it should be explained that the principle of extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) is entirely different from that of extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL). The advantage of ESWL lies in its lack of any damage to organs, thorough stone removal, minimal patient pain, and easy acceptance. In contrast, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) causes organ damage and is more painful. ESWL technology is the latest national patented technology, employing high-frequency superconducting fluid dynamic shock wave three-dimensional integrated stone removal technology, assisted by large digital ultrasound localization. It features accurate positioning, rapid stone removal, effective treatment of bile duct stones, ureteral stones, allowing stones to pass as they are removed, and particularly thorough removal of in intrahepatic bile ducts. The most prominent feature of this equipment is its user-friendly operability, thorough stone removal for various types of stones, wide range of indications, minimal side effects on the human body, painless stone removal process, generally no need for hospitalization, and low treatment costs, making it easily accepted by 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 (ESWL) are as follows:(1) For various renal and ureteral stones smaller than 1.2 cm, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) 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 lithotripsy. If the stone diameter exceeds 1.2 cm, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) should first be used for crushing, followed by ESWL for thorough stone removal, achieving complementary advantages.
(2) This equipment is particularly suitable for acute ureteral stones and the associated conditions such as hydronephrosis, renal pelvis dilation, ureteral hydronephrosis, ureteral dilation, and renal colic. It can rapidly remove ureteral stones, immediately relieve pain, and quickly alleviate the above 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 of the kidney or renal pelvis after ESWL fragmentation, the small residual stones are the ideal indication for ESWL for thorough stone removal. This is because the handheld high-frequency superconducting shock wave probe 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 the treatment of mud-like gallbladder stones 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 the treatment of mud-like stones in intrahepatic bile ducts and common bile ducts. 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 complicated by urinary tract infections leading to conditions such as pyelonephritis, ureteritis, cystitis, prostatitis, urethritis, as well as infections of the liver and bile system leading to cholecystitis and intrahepatic or extrahepatic cholangitis, antibiotics should be administered first to treat inflammation. ESWL treatment can only be performed after the inflammation subsides.
Clinical observations by Professor Chen Bangjing suggest that extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy is the leading new technology for treating stones worldwide, having obtained national patent protection. It is the preferred method for treating renal stones, ureteral stones (which are generally removed within two hours), gallstones, and extrahepatic bile duct stones. Its completely thorough stone removal effect, lack of any organ damage, and low cost have benefited a vast number of patients. For stones beyond the scope of ESWL, shock wave lithotripsy should be performed first, followed by ESWL. For large renal cast stones and gallstones, surgical stone removal is recommended as soon as they are detected.