The medical science advancements have revolutionized the stone treatment methods and introduced minimally invasive approaches. These can ensure effective stone removal with lesser risks and a faster recovery.
CHD City Hospital, leading Centre for Kidney stone surgery in Chandigarh shares some useful insights into the minimally invasive surgical methods. The benefits, procedures and recovery associated with these surgical methods are highlighted below:
1.Meaning and Types:
Minimally invasive kidney stone procedures use specialized techniques and tools to remove kidney stones. No large incisions are needed to be made. The primary types are:
(i). Ureteroscopy- A thin tube is inserted into the ureter to access and remove the smaller stone.
(ii). Percutaneous nephrolithotomy- A small incision is made in the back to access and remove larger stones.
2.Benefits:
The minimally invasive kidney stone surgery has several benefits over traditional open surgery which are mentioned below:
(i). Minimum trauma to the surrounding tissues
(ii). Lesser pain
(iii). Lesser blood loss
(iv). Shorter hospital stays
(v). Faster recovery time
(vi). More precision
3.Procedure:
The procedure for the surgeries is mentioned below:
(i). Ureteroscopy- A tube known as an ureteroscope is inserted through the urethra and bladder. It allows the surgeon easy access and removal of stones in the ureter or kidney. The Laser or ultrasonic energy is utilized to break down the larger stones into smaller fragments. These small stones are naturally passed through urine.
(ii). Percutaneous nephrolithotomy- A small incision is created in the back and a nephroscope is inserted through it. It accesses and removes the larger kidney stones. Additional techniques of shock wave lithotripsy or laser lithotripsy are used to break up the stone for removal.
4.Recovery:
Patients experience less post-operative pain and discomfort with these advanced methods. They can soon return to their normal activities. But each person’s recovery depends on the size and complexity of their stones. Following the surgeon’s post-operative instructions becomes essential. These include medication, diet and fluid intake. Regular follow-up visits and imaging tests as scheduled by the surgeon to monitor the healing should be followed.
If you are someone suffering from kidney stones, consult an expert urologist at CHD City Hospital today to explore the minimally invasive surgery options and get back your quality of life with minimum disruption and maximum effectiveness.
