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Hi i have just been told by my gp that i have a kidney stone what happens when i see the urologist ?

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Lithotripsy : Depending on the size of your stone, you will likely need lithotripsy (ESWL or extra corporeal shockwave lithotripsy). Usually a 5-9 mm stones are straightforward. Larger stone 10-15 mm may require a stent. Grater than 20 mm stone may require a mor invasive procedure called PCNL or Percutaneous Nephrolithotripsy)

Answered 7/21/2015

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Depends on size,: location, kidney function, and chemical make up of your stones. If it is small, non-obstructing, causing no symptoms, not uric acid, and your kidney function is normal, probably not a whole lot needs to be done.

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