Overview of kidney stones
Kidney and ureteral stones are a frequent reason for consultation in urology and emergency rooms, as they cause very annoying symptoms such as severe pain, hematuria (blood in the urine) and urinary tract infections.
Stones in the urinary tract must be removed to relieve pain and prevent kidney damage from infection and obstruction.Symptoms
Severe pain in the back
Sudden decrease in the amount of urine
Blood in the urine
Nausea and vomiting
Difficulty urinating
Diagnosis
Kidney stones diagnosis must be confirmed by X-ray studies, the most recommended is the CT scan.Treatment
Sometimes, small stones can be thrown out spontaneously or with the help of medicine. Some other times, surgery is required to remove the stones from the urinary tract.
To remove stones from the kidneys, the urinary tract can be accessed through the urethra to reach the kidneys, where a laser is used to break the stones into smaller pieces.
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