kidney stone removal surgery ( URS)
Kidney stone removal surgery using URS (ureteroscopy) is a minimally invasive procedure that is commonly used to treat kidney stones that are too large to pass naturally, or that are causing significant pain or other symptoms like hematuria or hydronephrosis, UTI, and fever. Usually, stones at the lower one-third or half of the ureter are treated with URS.
During the URS procedure, a small scope is passed through the urethra and into the bladder, and then into the ureter, the tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder. The scope is equipped with a tiny camera that allows the surgeon to visualize the kidney stone.
The surgeon then uses specialized instruments to break up the stone into smaller pieces, which are then removed through the scope or passed out of the body through the urinary tract. DJ stent kept in site to resolve to swell – hydronephrosis which is removed after 2 /3 wks post-surgery.
After the surgery, patients may experience some discomfort and pain while urinating and may need to take pain medication for a few days. It is important to drink plenty of fluids to help flush out any remaining stone fragments.
Complications from URS kidney stone removal surgery are rare but can include bleeding, infection, and damage to the ureter or other nearby organs. It is important to discuss the risks and benefits of the procedure with our doctor before undergoing URS kidney stone removal surgery.
