Guidelines Pain that is acutely caused by kidney stones (so-called “colic”) requires direct drug therapy. Depending on the assessment of the pain, which can be done with the so-called pain scale, different medications are used according to the so-called step-by-step scheme. It is also possible to treat with certain medications during pregnancy. It is also … Therapy of kidney stones
2. surgical therapy Kidney stones can be shattered by shock waves generated outside the body without damaging the surrounding tissue. The shock waves are generated in different ways: either by underwater spark discharge, pulsed laser beams or by conversion of electromagnetic energy. The resulting shock waves must be focused so that the highest effectiveness is … 2. surgical therapy | Therapy of kidney stones
Which therapy for which stone? Renal calyx stone is usually not in need of therapy if there are no complaints, urinary retention or infection. In case of blood in the urine and non-treatable infection, as well as in certain occupational groups (pilots, professional drivers) ESWL renal pelvic stoneIn case of a stone (>5 mm) ESWL … Which therapy for which stone? | Therapy of kidney stones
