CategoriesKidney StonesKidney stone surgery may sound frightening, but for many, it is the beginning of the way to a pain-free, normal life. If you have been having trouble with kidney stones and all the discomforts and disruptions, you may be wondering if your life can be the same as before surgery. The answer is a resounding […]
CategoriesUncategorizedRetrograde intrarenal surgery, often referred to as RIRS, is an advanced, minimally invasive procedure used in managing kidney stones and other complex urological conditions. Among the questions most frequently asked by patients is, “How long does the RIRS procedure take?” Knowing how long the process takes will help you feel more prepared and confident about […]
CategoriesTreatment OptionFlexible and Navigable Suction Ureteral Access Sheath (FANS) marks a new era in retrograde intrerenal surgery (RIRS) especially in pediatric patients. Recent researches have shown that fans-UAS improves surgical performance by increasing stone-free rates and lessen complications. The flexible and navigable design of dura allows for better access and thus increases stone fragmentation efficiency. Similarly, […]
CategoriesKidney StonesKidney stones cause immense pain and distress and thus disturb one’s routine, forcing patients to seek good treatments for their conditions. Those who have bigger stones or harder stones need surgical interventions most of the time. Is surgery safe for kidney stones? It is a question in the minds of most patients while choosing an […]
CategoriesTreatment OptionRIRS is a great advancement in urology that has gained much recognition for the treatment of kidney stones. Many patients question whether RIRS should be considered a procedure that qualifies under major surgeries, especially given the severity of kidney stones. In this find out more about the classification, steps, after care, and the reason for […]
CategoriesKidney StonesKidney stones can occur in people of all ages and are a source of extreme pain and discomfort. Fortunately, modern medicine is allowing for the development of treatment options which are new, more precise, less invasive and more accommodating. One such breakthrough is RIRS (Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery); a state of the art endoscopic treatment option […]
CategoriesKidney StonesMillions of people across the globe suffer the discomfort of kidney stones, and for many, it becomes severe enough to require removal; whenever the stones have grown large enough to not get flushed out naturally, surgery becomes a requirement. As a patient considering having the keyhole surgery done, the biggest concern, however, surrounds the cost […]
CategoriesKidney StonesThe throbbing pain associated with kidney stones can be unbearable, leading to the placement of a stent in the ureter to assist the flow of urine from the kidneys to the bladder. However, once the stone is dissolved via laser, the stent has to be extracted. Many people are baffled by the question in regard […]
CategoriesTreatment Option DJ StentRetrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS) is probably the most sophisticated method developed in the last decade, as it allows for an advanced, but at the same time, minimally invasive approach to kidney stone treatment. The most frequently asked question after RIRS, however, is, do I need a DJ (Double J) stent? Patients are, and rightfully so, […]
CategoriesDJ StentA ureteral stent, or a kidney stent, is a type of flexible tube that is placed within a patient’s ureter so as to help the urine drain effectively from the kidney right into the bladder. These stents are often used after procedures like kidney stone removal (RIRS, URS, or PCNL), ureteral stricture treatment, or kidney […]
