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Whats the difference between laser lithotripsy and the ultrasound litho? advantages?

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Dr. James Lin answered

Here are some...: Anything is on its way of constant evolution and change; so is lithotripsy. The key factors affecting how laser or US-lithotripsy lie on the flexibility of involved equipment and the accessibility to kidneys or ureters, & of course, professional proficiency. Considering all possible contributing factors, laser litho has been holding its edge of advantages in treating stones in ureters/kidneys....

Answered 11/28/2017

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