Dr. Deepesh Kalra

Types of Treatment

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Types of Treatment

URSL

Used for: Stones in the ureter (the tube between kidney and bladder) A thin tube with a laser is passed through the urinary tract to reach the stone. The laser breaks the stone into tiny pieces, which are either removed or passed naturally. No cuts, quick relief, day-care procedure

RIRS

Used for: Stones inside the kidney A flexible scope is passed through the urinary path to reach the kidney. The stone is then broken with a laser. Ideal for stones that are small to medium in size and located deep in the kidney. No stitches, faster healing, highly precise

Mini PCNL

Used for:Large kidney stones that can’t be treated by RIRS A tiny hole is made in the back to directly reach the kidney and remove the stone using laser tools. Smaller incision than traditional surgery, less pain, faster recovery

Cystolithotripsy

Used for: Stones in the bladder A thin instrument is inserted through the urethra into the bladder. A laser breaks the bladder stone into fine particles, which are then removed. No external cuts, simple and effective