Related Experiment Videos
[Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy--difficulties in ESWL]
Hinyokika Kiyo. Acta Urologica Japonica
|August 1, 1987
Summary
Extracorporporeal shock-wave lithotripsy (ESWL) has treated 187 urolithiasis patients since 1986. This study analyzes difficulties encountered during ESWL procedures to improve treatment.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Nephrology
- Medical Engineering
Background:
- Urolithiasis, or kidney stones, affects a significant patient population.
- Extracorporporeal shock-wave lithotripsy (ESWL) is a common treatment modality for kidney stones.
- Since 1986, Kanbara Hospital has utilized ESWL for urolithiasis management.