CategoriesUncategorized KidneyDo you know who to turn to if you experience persistent burning while urinating, or if that dull back pain becomes a kidney stone? You may be thinking of a doctor, a nephrologist, or perhaps you’d try some home remedies first — but the true specialist for these maladies is the urologist. But what exactly is a urologist? […]
CategoriesUncategorizedKidney stones can be extremely painful; they are hard deposits on the inner lining of a kidney that disrupt normal urinary function. If not treated in a timely fashion, they can lead to dire complications such as irreversible renal failure. A considerable proportion of the world’s population suffers from kidney stones, which can be attributed […]
CategoriesUncategorized Kidney StonesAll of us know that kidney stones can be one of the most painful conditions people can go through. When it comes to treating kidney stones, there are alternative options out there. For one, Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy treatment (ESWL) uses shock waves to non invasively shatter kidney stones into smaller pieces so they can […]
CategoriesUncategorizedRetrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS) is a surgical procedure commonly employed for treating kidney stones. This technique permits the extraction of stones using a flexible ureteroscope and does not require any incisions to be performed. While RIRS is indeed effective and safe, it does have some drawbacks. If you are considering this treatment, understanding its potential […]
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 […]
