Affordable Kidney Stone Treatment in Kochi

Affordable Kidney Stone Treatment in Kochi | Mykare Health

Types of Kidney Stone Surgeries We Provide in Kochi

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Kidney Stone Facts

Mykare Health is dedicated to offering hassle-free kidney stone removal surgeries in top-tier facilities with personalised care. As a patient-centred, technology-driven healthcare provider, we invite you to consult our experienced urology surgeons in Kochi to explore advanced, cost-effective kidney stone removal techniques before the condition worsens.

Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS): Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS) is a cutting-edge procedure for treating kidney stones ranging from 8 mm to 15 mm in size. Depending on the patient's preference, the anaesthetist will administer either spinal or general anaesthesia for a pain-free experience. Under spinal anaesthesia, the patient is numbed below the waist, while general anaesthesia ensures complete unconsciousness.

The urologist then employs a flexible endoscope equipped with a tiny laser. Using imaging techniques, the surgeon navigates the body to locate the stones. Stones are extracted using forceps and are fragmented into smaller pieces with microscopic lasers, which are then expelled through urine.

Extracorporeal Shockwave Lithotripsy (ESWL): Extracorporeal Shockwave Lithotripsy (ESWL) is a minimally invasive technique where external shock waves are used to break kidney stones into tiny fragments. The patient typically receives spinal anaesthesia to minimise discomfort. Complete removal of stones may require multiple ESWL sessions.
Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL): Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is a minimally invasive procedure for kidney stones larger than 15 mm in diameter, often referred to as "tunnel surgery" due to the small incisions made.The anesthesiologist administers general anaesthesia for a pain-free experience, ensuring the patient remains unconscious throughout the surgery.

The surgeon makes a 1 cm incision in the flank (lower back area) to access the stones. Using a nephroscope, the surgeon locates and breaks the stones into smaller pieces, which can be flushed out entirely or in fragments.

Ureteroscopic Lithotripsy (URSL): During Ureteroscopic Lithotripsy (URSL), patients receive either spinal or general anaesthesia. A ureteroscope, a small tube with a camera and laser, is inserted into the ureter. The camera helps locate the stones, and the laser breaks them into smaller pieces, which are then flushed out while urinating. The urologist may also place stents in the ureter to widen its opening, facilitating easier passage of stones.

Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS): Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS) is a cutting-edge procedure for treating kidney stones ranging from 8 mm to 15 mm in size. Depending on the patient's preference, the anaesthetist will administer either spinal or general anaesthesia for a pain-free experience. Under spinal anaesthesia, the patient is numbed below the waist, while general anaesthesia ensures complete unconsciousness.

Extracorporeal Shockwave Lithotripsy (ESWL): Extracorporeal Shockwave Lithotripsy (ESWL) is a minimally invasive technique where external shock waves are used to break kidney stones into tiny fragments. The patient typically receives spinal anaesthesia to minimise discomfort. Complete removal of stones may require multiple ESWL sessions.
Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL): Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is a minimally invasive procedure for kidney stones larger than 15 mm in diameter, often referred to as "tunnel surgery" due to the small incisions made.The anesthesiologist administers general anaesthesia for a pain-free experience, ensuring the patient remains unconscious throughout the surgery.

Ureteroscopic Lithotripsy (URSL): During Ureteroscopic Lithotripsy (URSL), patients receive either spinal or general anaesthesia. A ureteroscope, a small tube with a camera and laser, is inserted into the ureter. The camera helps locate the stones, and the laser breaks them into smaller pieces, which are then flushed out while urinating. The urologist may also place stents in the ureter to widen its opening, facilitating easier passage of stones.

Before your surgery, you will undergo several tests to provide your kidney stone doctor with a clear picture of your overall health. These tests may include

Blood tests
KUB X-ray (Kidney, Ureter, Bladder)
Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG)
Ultrasonography
CT scan or MRI for detailed imaging of abdominal and pelvic tissues.

Individuals aged 20 to 50 are most vulnerable to kidney stones.
According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), men are more likely than women to develop kidney stones.
Genetics may play a role, as kidney stone occurrence can run in families.
Additional risk factors include dehydration, obesity, a diet high in protein, salt, or glucose, hyperparathyroidism, gastric bypass surgery, inflammatory bowel diseases that enhance calcium absorption, and certain medications.
Certain medications, such as triamterene diuretics, antiseizure drugs, and calcium-based antacids, may also increase the risk of developing kidney stones.