What is ESWL? When is ESWL performed? ESWL is suitable for almost all stone conditions. First and foremost, it is used to treat stones of the urinary tract, i.e. kidney, ureter and bladder stones. Stones of the pancreas (pancreatic stones) can also be disintegrated with ESWL. Rarely is extracorporeal shock wave therapy used for gallstones, … ESWL: Definition, Process, Risks
Sudden onset of unbearable pain in the flank area should be thought of as renal colic. The discomfort results from blockage of the ureter by a urinary stone. The physician can prescribe effective analgesics, monitor the progress of renal colic, and intervene surgically if necessary. What is renal colic? Renal colic refers to an acute … Renal Colic: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy is a common procedure used today to break up urinary, biliary, renal, and salivary stones. The high-energy shock waves (sound waves) used to break up the stones are generated outside the body (extracorporeally) and focused on the stone. If successful, the remnants of the “shattered” stones can be excreted naturally, saving … Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy: Treatment, Effects & Risks
