Overview
Endoscopic procedure to break and remove ureteral stones.
General Information
- Organ involved: Ureter/kidney
- Purpose: Remove stones that don’t pass
- Duration: 30–90 minutes
- Hospital stay: 1 day or outpatient
- Anesthesia: Spinal or general
- Recovery: 1–2 weeks
Before Surgery
- Imaging (CT or ultrasound)
- Fasting
- Stop blood thinners