Lithotripsy
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The doctor may also access the stone from your back into your kidney, through a procedure called percutaneous lithotripsy. This is a more complicated procedure, and is only used for large kidney stones. Indications Lithotripsy is used to remove kidney, gallbladder, and other stones that have caused or may cause blockage, infection, or bleeding. You will need to have blood and urine tests, x-rays, and possibly an electrocardiogram before the procedure. X-rays will help the doctor to determine if there are other treatment options, or if you will need additional treatments combined with lithotripsy.
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