Lithotripsy is a non-invasive procedure used for patients who have renal and ureteral stones. The mobile lithotriptor is at McLaren Regional Medical Center every other Monday. Lithotripsy works by first finding the exact position of the kidney stone with an X-ray. The lithotriptor delivers the sound waves from a generator in a well of water below the patient. The treatment produces little discomfort and is done on an outpatient basis.
Patients typically return to daily activity in much less time than when surgery is required.
For more information, contact your urologist.