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What is latest and safest treatment for removing kidney stone?

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Dr. Fidias De Leon answered

Specializes in Nuclear Medicine

Depends: It all depends on size of the stone and location. Your doctor should create a treatment plan accordingly. If stone is large, ultrasound waves are used to destroy the stones. Surgery may also be indicated when appropriate.

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Answered 3/30/2014

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