UROLOGY · CONDITIONS
Kidney Stone
Hard mineral deposits that form inside the kidneys and urinary tract. One of the most common urological conditions, affecting millions of adults each year.
ABOUT THIS CONDITION
What is Kidney Stone?
Kidney stones are solid mineral and salt deposits that crystallise within the kidneys or urinary tract. They vary in size from a grain of sand to a large staghorn calculus. Smaller stones may pass spontaneously, while larger stones cause severe pain, obstruction, and require intervention. Dr. Vipin offers a full range of minimally invasive stone procedures , URSL, RIRS, and PCNL , tailored to stone size, location, and composition, ensuring the highest stone-free rates with the fastest recovery.
SIGNS TO WATCH
Common Symptoms
Symptoms that need attention
WHY IT HAPPENS
Causes & Risk Factors
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Low fluid intake and chronic dehydration
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Diet high in oxalate, salt, or animal protein
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Family or personal history of kidney stones
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Recurrent urinary tract infections
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Metabolic disorders (hyperparathyroidism, gout)
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Certain medications and supplements
CLINICAL DETAILS
KeyFacts
<5 mm may pass spontaneously. >7 mm usually needs treatment.
URSL, RIRS, PCNL, Mini PCNL , chosen by stone size and location.
Day-care for most endoscopic procedures. Back to work in 24–48 hrs.
50% risk in 10 years without metabolic prevention measures.
>95% with modern holmium laser lithotripsy techniques.
High fluid intake, diet modification, and targeted medical therapy.
HOW WE TREAT IT
Treatment Approach
URSL with Holmium Laser
The most precise endoscopic stone treatment , laser energy pulverises stones inside the ureter or kidney with no incision and same-day discharge.
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Evaluation & Imaging
CT-KUB scan maps stone size, density, and location precisely. Blood and urine metabolic workup identifies the underlying cause of stone formation.
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Procedure Selection
Treatment is chosen based on stone size and location: URSL or RIRS for smaller stones, PCNL or Mini PCNL for large complex stones.
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Stone Fragmentation
Holmium laser energy pulverises the stone into fine dust or tiny fragments, which pass naturally in urine or are extracted through the scope.
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Stenting & Discharge
A temporary DJ stent may be placed to ensure drainage. Most patients are discharged the same day and resume normal activities within 48 hours.
AVAILABLE TREATMENTS
Treatment Options
URSL with Holmium Laser
Ureteroscopic stone fragmentation using holmium laser energy , no incision, same-day discharge, >95% stone-free rate.
RIRS (Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery)
Flexible ureteroscopy to treat stones within the kidney itself , ideal for renal stones up to 2 cm without puncture.
PCNL (Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy)
Percutaneous kidney access to remove large (>2 cm) or staghorn stones , gold standard for complex renal calculi.
Mini PCNL / Ultra-Mini PCNL
Miniaturised PCNL using smaller access sheaths , less bleeding, less pain, faster recovery than standard PCNL.
DJ / JJ Stenting
Internal ureteric stent placed endoscopically to relieve obstruction and facilitate stone passage or post-procedure drainage.
Open Ureterolithotomy
Open surgical removal of large impacted ureteric stones inaccessible to endoscopic techniques. Rarely required today.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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