Ureteroscopic stone removal is a procedure to address and remove kidney stones. It involves the passage of a ureteroscope (small telescope) through the bladder and urethra and up the ureter to where the stone is present. Usually, it is performed under general anesthesia, and the procedure lasts from one to three hours.
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Why am I getting severe left-side stomach pain?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 29 year old male. I have a severe stomach pain on the left side. I went to the doctor and they did a USG of the whole abdomen. I am attaching the reports. Please help me. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You have a stone in your ureter (the tube-like structure connecting the kidneys and the urinary bladder), because of which you are getting the abdominal pain. Please consult a urologist u... Read Full »