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Lithotripsy.

H N Whitfield1

  • 1St Bartholomew's Hospital, London.

British Journal of Hospital Medicine
|May 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary
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Surgical treatment for upper urinary tract stones has shifted to less invasive methods like percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) and extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL). These techniques now manage most stones previously requiring open surgery.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Surgical Innovation

Background:

  • Historically, open surgery was standard for upper urinary tract stones.
  • Recent advancements have revolutionized stone treatment approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the historical development of extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL).
  • To define the current role of ESWL in managing upper urinary tract stones.
  • To anticipate future advancements in stone treatment.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review focusing on the history and application of ESWL.
  • Analysis of the shift towards minimally invasive urological procedures.
  • Discussion of percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) and ureterorenoscopy (URS) as complementary techniques.

Main Results:

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  • Ninety-five percent of upper urinary tract stones are now treatable with minimally invasive techniques.
  • ESWL, PCNL, and URS have largely replaced open surgery for stone removal.

Conclusions:

  • Minimally invasive techniques, particularly ESWL, have transformed the surgical management of upper urinary tract stones.
  • The field continues to evolve, with ongoing advancements expected in stone treatment therapies.