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Some patients may have a stent placed prior to the lithotripsy procedure. A stent is a plastic tube placed in the ureter which allows the passage of gravel and urine after the ESWL procedure is completed.
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Does a 4mm kidney stone require lithotripsy?
In some patients a 4mm kidney stone may not need lithotripsy, however, for some patients this may be too large to pass without assistance.
The meaning of stent?
stent
Can a stent be cleaned out?
can a stent be cleaned
What is the full name for lithotripsy?
the procedure is termed extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL).
What does lithotripsy treat?
Lithotripsy is the use of high-energy shock waves to fragment and disintegrate kidney stones.
What is done prior to lithotripsy?
Prior to the lithotripsy procedure, a complete physical examination is performed, followed by tests
Are there alternatives to lithotripsy?
Before the advent of lithotripsy, surgery was used to remove kidney stones. This approach is uncommon today
When did Charles Stent die?
Charles Stent died in 1885.
When was Charles Stent born?
Charles Stent was born in 1807.
When did Peter Stent die?
Peter Stent died in 1665.
When was Malcolm Stent born?
Malcolm Stent was born in 1945.
Where in the body is a cardiac stent placed?
A coronary stent (or cardiac stent) is placed in arteries that supply blood to the heart. The stent is a tube that is designed to keep the arteries open to increase blood flow.
