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Can a 3mm kidney stone be passed w/o surgery?

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Yes: Yes, I have seen many 3mm stones pass on their own. However, I have also seen and operated on patients who can't pass 3 mm stones.

Answered 8/11/2018

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A member asked:

Can a 3mm kidney stone be passed w/o surgery?

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Dr. Casey Ng answered

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