Lithotripsy (per sitting) in New Delhi

Lithotripsy is an outpatient procedure and is also known as Extra-corporeal Shock wave Lithotripsy (ESWL); Shock wave lithotripsy; Laser lithotripsy; Percutaneous lithotripsy; Endoscopic lithotripsy; Renal calculi-lithotripsy. It is performed under general anesthesia to reduce discomfort. In some cases, medication is given for preventing infection. When the treatment starts, shock waves are passed to the particular body part having stone formations, for breaking them. A tube is inserted through the bladder, that facilitates draining and collection of urine from the kidney. This ensures that even minutest of stones get eliminated.

Make sure to discuss the following with your doctor before scheduling yourself for lithotriptic procedure:

• Medication - Be sure to intimate your doctor on any medication or blood thinning drugs you are on.
• Probable pregnancy - Do tell the doctor if you are expecting a child or have the chance of getting pregnant.
• Fever - Inform the doctor if you have fever.

Post Lithotripsy procedure, following measures should be taken by patient:

• Make sure to drink lots of water and fluids to maintain healthy functioning of the kidneys and prevent dehydration and ensuing weakness.
• Also make sure to consume prescribed medication diligently. This is required to eliminate small stones which couldn't be removed during surgery.

Following are the advantages of a lithotriptic procedure:

• It is a minimally invasive procedure which does not leave any scars or marks on the patient's body.
• It is a painless procedure.
• It is also an outpatient procedure which means he/she can go about routine activities after the procedure.
• It is a safe procedure and also does not involve blood transfusion.