Kidney Stones Types & Treatments

1. What are Kidney Stones? Unwanted waste products from urine and salts that crystallise are kidney stones. Depending on its size, this stone may obstruct the urine's flow, cause discomfort, damage to the kidneys, or even cause renal failure. Studies conducted in Kerala indicate that 1 in 10 men and 1 in 35 women are at risk of developing kidney stones. Kidney stones a?ect two to three percent of Keralites, and at least one kidney stone surgery is performed every day in Calicut. The likelihood of developing a second kidney stone is high after the first one. The majority of individuals will acquire a second stone in four to five years. Kidney stones have four di?erent varieties, including: The most prevalent type of kidney stone is calcium. Urine infections can result in uric acid stones, the majority of struvite stones. Struvite/infection stones, frequently brought on by a diet high in protein Cystine stones are extremely uncommon and inherited. Signs of Kidney Stones The majority of kidney stones do not cause any symptoms, but some people may experience the following symptoms: Renal colic is a painful condition that primarily a?ects one side of the rib cage. This pain could sometimes cause vomiting and radiate around to the front. Urine with blood in it Murky or o?ensive-smelling pee Fever, sweating, and shivering after pee infection Urinating with a small stone (uric acid stone) Sudden, strong urge to urinate Treatment for Kidney Stones Surgery is not required for 90% of kidney stones. Within four to seven weeks, the majority of the stones disappear on their own. In most cases, the only available treatment is pain alleviation. Medication for pain relief may be necessary when severe pain occurs. Always seek medical attention if you are experiencing excruciating pain. Small kidney stones don't cause problems, so they don't need to be removed because they will pass through the urine. Large stones obstruct urine flow, cause bleeding, and cause excruciating pain because they cannot pass through pee. Big stones need to be removed as much as feasible. Kidney stone treatments have shortened hospital stays to as little as 48 hours if surgery is required. Treatment techniques include:

2. Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy: This procedure uses ultrasonic sound waves to break up kidney stones so they can be more easily passed through the urine. The stone is broken up by this wave into pieces smaller than 2 cm. Percutaneous nephrolithotomy: When the stones are more than 2 cm in size, percutaneous nephrolithotomy is used. To remove the stone, make a tiny incision in your side and insert a special tool. Laser Kidney Stone fragmentation: A tiny telescope is inserted through the urethra, the bladder, and into the kidney or ureter during a laser kidney stone fragmentation procedure. This procedure is used to identify and treat stones in the urinary tract. Any stones found are then broken up with a laser. Removal of the Endoscope: An endoscope is a device that enters the bladder through the urethra. Subsequently, the surgeon breaks the stone to facilitate your passage. Surgery: This is the only option if none of the previously listed approaches work. Gather the stone after the procedure, or if you pass it, and bring it to your physician for examination. By identifying the type of stone and its underlying cause, the doctor can help prevent the formation of similar stones in the future. Discover e?ective kidney stone treatment in Calicut at our premier urology center. Our expert team o?ers advanced solutions for kidney stone removal and management. Schedule a consultation Today!