What is Kidney Stone Removal?
Kidney stones that are too large to pass, or that cause pain, infection or blockage, can be broken up or removed, often without any cut.
Kidney Stone Removal cost
The price depends on the hospital, the surgeon's experience, the anaesthesia used, the length of the hospital stay and the tests needed before surgery. Each doctor below shows a starting price; the final price is confirmed after the consultation.
Benefits
- Relief from stone pain
- Prevents kidney damage and infection
- Most methods need no cut
Possible side effects
- Blood in the urine for a few days
- Pain while fragments pass
- Rarely infection
Most side effects are mild and temporary. Your surgeon will explain the risks for your case.
Types of kidney stone removal
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| ESWL | Shock waves break up the stone from outside the body |
| Ureteroscopy | A thin scope breaks up the stone with a laser |
| PCNL | Large stones are removed through a small cut in the back |
How it is done
- Scans: The size and position of the stone are checked
- Anaesthesia
- Treatment: The stone is broken up or removed
- Recovery: Drinking plenty of water
Results and recovery
Most people return to normal activities in a few days.
Consult the best surgeons for kidney stone removal
Clinico Plus lists verified surgeons with their starting prices and where they operate. Send a request with the form on this page and our team will call you to plan your surgery.
