- Kidney stones are very common
- Some can be treated in a single procedure but most require 2 or 3 stages
- Most need a stent inserted to alleviate pain/infection/kidney failure as an emergency
- The second stage involves a small telescope and laser passed via your bladder up to the kidney to laser/vaporize your stone. The stent is usually replaced at this time.
- The stent is then removed usually a few days later by your surgeon or our practice nurse
- After surgery
Laser vaporisation of a stone secured within a basket