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How complicated is kidney stone removal surgery?

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Dr. Terence Chapman answered

Specializes in Urologic Oncology

It depends: To make a generalization, it depends primarily on the size of the stone as well as the location. Anatomic factors may also play a role. Most stone procedures are not complicated; some may be if stones are large and/or multiple, infection is present, etc.

Dr Krick agreed

Answered 1/16/2020

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