Abstract:
Abstract.
Urolithiasis has an important role in the structure of urological pathology, due to its high incidence, frequency of recurrence and
complications it might cause. There are many methods of treatment for kidney stones described in the scientific literature as
conservative, surgical, laparoscopic, endoscopic, and ESWL. In this study, we have analyzed the ESWL method of treatment of
reno-ureteral stones.
There are still many controversies about the effectiveness of different models of lithotripters but the lithotripter
type Modulith SLK Storz Medical (Germany) used in our clinic has proved to be very effective. ESWL is currently the first-line
treatment for the majority of kidney and ureteral stones, which are up to 20 mm in diameter.
Description:
Surgical and Nephrology Department, “Nicolae Testemiţanu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy,
Chisinau, Republic of Moldova