CategoriesTreatment OptionIf inadequately treated, renal stones, or commonly known as kidney stones, may lead to pain and health issues. One of the newest methods of treating kidney stones is Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS). RIRS is a minimally invasive procedure that can be performed with a flexible ureteroscope which accesses the kidney stones and breaks them into […]
CategoriesKidney Stones Treatment OptionWith the evolution of surgeries like Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS), the paramount worry for patients is postoperative physical activity, specifically the timeline to d walking. This concern is justified, as getting back to normalcy is a priority for those undergoing surgery. If you are anticipating or have recently undergone RIRS, questions surrounding your mobility and […]
CategoriesKidney Treatment OptionSalt and minerals form deposits which are known as kidney stones. These stones are one of the problem related to health which affects a lot of people in the worl. While these stones can lead to severe pain along with serious issues when passing through the urinary system. The severity of symptoms of the kidney […]
CategoriesTreatment Option KidneyPercutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is one of the most utilized surgical procedures in treating kidney stones because of its efficiency in doing so. However, like all surgical procedures, this method lacks absolute safety, as it poses some risks and complications, especially in cases of advanced kidney stones. If you’re planning to get a PCNL surgery done […]
CategoriesTreatment OptionThe formation of kidney stones is a very common phenomenon that affects many people around the world. For many people across the globe, stones obstructing the kidney and the ureter, require surgical intervention. Some of the most effective techniques that are minimally invasive for the removal of the stones from the kidney are RIRS (Using […]
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, […]
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 […]
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, […]
CategoriesTreatment Option Kidney StonesIf you’re among the millions of people suffering from painful kidney stones, then you are likely to be looking for all possible ways to treat them. One the most innovative and efficient treatments used nowadays is Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS) – an operation that provides a new approach to the treatment of kidney stones. Unlike […]
CategoriesTreatment OptionIn cases where the size or the number of kidney stones is big, there is no better solution than Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL). However, the word ‘surgery’ can understandably affect patients to ask questions such as “How invasive is this procedure?” or “Will it require a long recovery period?”. In case you want to know whether […]
