Cystoscopy for ureteral stone removal

Cystoscopic ureteral stone removal is a minimally invasive procedure that is usually used to treat ureteral stones with a smaller inner diameter, especially when medication or conservative treatment is ineffective. Through cystoscopic technology, doctors can use instruments to remove stones under direct vision, thereby relieving obstruction, eliminating pain, and protecting kidney function.

The main steps of cystoscopic stone removal include inserting the cystoscope into the bladder through the urethra, finding the ureteral opening, inserting instruments such as stone forceps into the ureter, and removing the stone directly or crushing it according to the size of the stone. This operation has a high safety and success rate and is usually suitable for stones smaller than 1 cm. If the stone is large or complex in shape, it may need to be combined with extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, percutaneous nephrolithotomy or flexible ureteroscopy. Postoperatively, it may cause mild discomfort such as urinary pain, hematuria or frequent urination, which usually gradually subsides within a few days, but if severe pain, persistent fever, etc. occur, you need to seek medical attention in time.

The main steps of cystoscopic stone removal include inserting the cystoscope into the bladder through the urethra, finding the ureteral opening, inserting instruments such as stone forceps into the ureter, and removing the stone directly or crushing it according to the size of the stone. This operation has a high safety and success rate and is usually suitable for stones smaller than 1 cm. If the stone is large or complex in shape, it may need to be combined with extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, percutaneous nephrolithotomy or flexible ureteroscopy. Postoperatively, it may cause mild discomfort such as urinary pain, hematuria or frequent urination, which usually gradually subsides within a few days, but if severe pain, persistent fever, etc. occur, you need to seek medical attention in time.

After receiving cystoscopic ureteral stone removal treatment, you need to pay attention to drinking plenty of water and maintaining adequate urine output to prevent stone recurrence. At the same time, control your diet, such as reducing the intake of foods high in calcium or rich in oxalate, and regularly review your urinary tract ultrasound or CT to evaluate your condition. Developing a regular urination habit and avoiding sitting for long periods of time and holding urine can help reduce the risk of new stone formation. If there is a urinary tract infection or other underlying disease, it should be actively treated to avoid affecting the recovery effect.