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[Experience with extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy in children]
S Fukushima1, M Moriyama, H Miyamoto
1Department of Urology, Yokohama Municipal Citizens Hospital.
Hinyokika Kiyo. Acta Urologica Japonica
|June 1, 1993
Summary
Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy effectively treats pediatric upper urinary tract stones. This safe method achieved good stone fragmentation in all treated children without complications.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Urology
- Nephrolithiasis Treatment
- Shock Wave Lithotripsy
Context:
- Upper urinary tract calculi pose a challenge in pediatric patients.
- Minimally invasive treatment options are sought for children.
- Previous studies have explored various methods for stone removal.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the safety and efficacy of extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) for treating upper urinary tract calculi in children.
- To assess stone fragmentation and complication rates associated with ESWL in a pediatric cohort.
Summary:
- Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) using the Lithostar device was performed on four pediatric patients aged 6-13 years.
- General anesthesia was administered for the procedure.
- Excellent stone fragmentation was observed in all cases, with no significant adverse events or complications reported.
Impact:
- Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) is demonstrated as a safe and effective treatment modality for pediatric renal and ureteral calculi.
- This study supports the use of ESWL as a viable option for non-invasive stone management in children.
- Findings contribute to the evidence base for pediatric urolithiasis treatment guidelines.