Cystolithotripsy
Cystolithotripsy is a minimally invasive procedure used to break and remove bladder stones (also known as vesical calculi) from the urinary bladder.
overview
It is typically performed using a cystoscope—a thin, lighted tube inserted through the urethra into the bladder.This procedure is ideal for patients who suffer from urinary retention, recurrent infections, painful urination, or hematuria (blood in urine) due to bladder stones.
Cystolithotripsy is a minimally invasive procedure used to break down and remove bladder stones. These stones can cause significant discomfort and complications if left untreated.
Symptoms & Diagnosis
The procedure uses specialized instruments introduced through the urethra to fragment stones inside the bladder, allowing the fragments to be flushed out or removed.
Advantages of Cystolithotripsy:
- Minimally invasive
- Quick recovery time
- High success rate in clearing stones
- Helps relieve urinary symptoms and infections
- Can be combined with procedures like TURP