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13.4*9 mm Kidney stone

2016-07-17 10:38:34
13.4*9 mm hyperdense calculus in the right upper ureter 2cm from the pelvic ureteric junction causing grade 1 hydronephrosis. Which surgery to remove stone is recommended? Ureteroscopic Laser Lithotripsy or PCNL?
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Hello. The choice of surgery depends upon benefit risk ratio. You can go as per the condition.

Answered2016-07-17 15:22:59

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