Purpose of the Procedure
- Fragmentation of hard stone buildup around the stent.
- Safe removal of neglected or encrusted ureteral stents.
- Preventing urinary tract obstruction and renal failure.
- Relieving chronic pain and recurrent infections.
Encrusted Stent Removal Price | Lahalak Medical Platform
Restore your urinary health with advanced endoscopic management of encrusted stents. Our experts use precision technology to fragment complex stone buildup, ensuring safe removal and relief from chronic discomfort.
Scientific name: Endoscopic Management of Encrusted Ureteral Stents
A specialized endoscopic procedure using laser technology to fragment complex stone encrustations on long-term ureteral stents. This ensures safe retrieval of the stent and clearance of the urinary tract.
Service type
Endoscopic Surgery
Duration
1-2 hours
Fasting
8-12 hours of fasting
Included Services
- General Anesthesia
- Laser Lithotripsy
- Old Stent Retrieval
- New Temporary Stent Placement
Medical Service Information
When is this procedure needed?
- When a stent remains beyond its intended duration.
- Large stones visible on stent ends via X-ray/CT.
- Failure of conventional stent retrieval methods.
- Presence of hematuria or severe flank pain.
Post-operative Care
- Increasing fluid intake significantly.
- Taking prescribed antibiotics to prevent infection.
- Follow-up imaging to ensure complete stone clearance.
- Monitoring urine color and body temperature.
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting for 8 hours pre-op
- Pre-operative blood and kidney function tests
- Stopping blood thinners under medical supervision