Endoscopic Removal Of Kidney Stones. Known as a percutaneous nephrolithotomy the procedure is highly effective and ohsu is home to one of the few urologists in the northwest that perform this operation. Endoscopic removal of kidney or urinary stones is usually carried out under general anesthetic with the patient in the lithotomy position on their back with legs spread apart.
Endoscopy for the urinary tract. Endoscopic removal of kidney or urinary stones is usually carried out under general anesthetic with the patient in the lithotomy position on their back with legs spread apart. The stone is then broken up either mechanically or by laser so that the pieces can be excreted or removed endoscopically using small forceps or baskets.
While small kidney stones can be frequently managed with shock wave lithotripsy and ureteroscopy larger stones often require more involved procedures.
Endoscopic removal of kidney or urinary stones is usually carried out under general anesthetic with the patient in the lithotomy position on their back with legs spread apart. If you accidentally dislodge the stent you will notice being constantly incontinent of urine. The stone is then broken up either mechanically or by laser so that the pieces can be excreted or removed endoscopically using small forceps or baskets. If the kidney is not properly draining a surgeon may leave a tube in the organ to allow urine stones and clots to properly drain until function has been restored.