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Painless lithotripsy: experience with 100 patients.

T Philp1, M J Kellett, H N Whitfield

  • 1Institute of Urology, University of London.

Lancet (London, England)
|January 2, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) using the Piezolith 2200 achieved a 92% success rate for breaking kidney stones into small fragments. This minimally invasive treatment was found to be effective, safe, and painless for most patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Medical Devices
  • Nephrology

Background:

  • Kidney stones (nephrolithiasis) are a common condition requiring effective treatment.
  • Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) is a non-invasive method for kidney stone fragmentation.
  • Advancements in lithotripter technology aim to improve treatment efficacy and patient comfort.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of the Wolf 'Piezolith 2200' lithotripter for kidney stone treatment.
  • To assess the success rate of ESWL in achieving adequate stone fragmentation.
  • To document the complication rate and patient experience associated with the Piezolith 2200.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective analysis of 123 patients undergoing 320 ESWL sessions.

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  • Utilized the Wolf 'Piezolith 2200' lithotripter for stone fragmentation.
  • Success defined by X-ray evidence of stone fragments ≤ 2 mm.

    • Main Results:

    • An overall success rate of 92% was achieved for adequate stone fragmentation.
    • The Piezolith 2200 demonstrated ease of operation.
    • The ESWL treatment was reported as painless by patients, with few complications.

    Conclusions:

    • The Wolf 'Piezolith 2200' is an effective and safe lithotripter for treating kidney stones.
    • ESWL with this device offers a high success rate and positive patient experience.
    • The Piezolith 2200 represents a valuable tool in urological stone management.