Lithotripsy
Alternate Names : Endoscopic Lithotripsy, Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy, Laser Lithotripsy, Percutaneous Lithotripsy, Shock Wave Lithotripsy
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Lithotripsy: Indications
Lithotripsy is used to remove kidney, gallbladder, and other stones that have caused obstruction, infection, prolonged bleeding, or serious bleeding.
You will need to have routine blood and urine tests, x-rays, and possibly an electrocardiogram before the procedure. X-rays will help the doctor to determine if other treatment options or other treatments combined with lithotripsy are preferable because of the size, location, or number of stones. Your urine may also be tested to exclude an infection, which will have to be treated prior to lithotripsy.
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