Urethrolithotomy is a surgical procedure performed to remove stones (calculi) from the urethra, which is the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body. This procedure is typically indicated when stones cause significant obstruction, pain, or urinary complications. It can be performed through an incision in the urethra or, in some cases, may involve an external approach. Urethrolithotomy is often considered when less invasive methods, such as urethroscopy or lithotripsy, are not effective or feasible.
urethro
The medical root word 'urethro' refers to the urethra.
lithotomy
Alexander MacLaverty has written: 'A comparison of the advantages of lithotomy and lithotrity' -- subject(s): Lithotomy, Lithotripsy
Edward Stanley has written: 'An account of the mode of performing the lateral operation of lithotomy' -- subject- s -: Lithotomy, Urinary Calculi
The lithotomy position is a modification of the dorsal recumbent position, where the patient lies on their back with hips and knees flexed, and legs supported in stirrups.
Urethro/megaly Urethra = urethr/o Abnormal enlargement = -megaly
That position is called as 'Lithotomy position'.
That position is called as 'Lithotomy position'.
Patient is lying on back with the feet and legs raised and supported in stirrups
Tommaso Alghisi has written: 'Litotomia' -- subject(s): Lithotomy
It is called the lithotomy position