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Should I Get An 8mm Lower Pole Stone Removed?

I recently had to u/a's with large blood and 40-50 rbc's and a ct confirmed an 8 mm lower pole stone. I have a hx of passing stones about 20 years ago. I am currently asymptomatic. Is it necessary for the stone to be removed? If so what procedure is most appropritate?
Mon, 26 Oct 2015
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Hello and welcome to HCM.
As an Urologist, i advise you to undergo an ESWL, for the lower pole stone.
ESWL(extra corporeal shock wave lithotripsy), is a treatment for fragmenting stones in the urinary system, especially in kidney.
This is done under sedation, and no need for admission more than a day.
Bleeding episode may recur, along with complications like kidney infection.
Drink 12-15 glasses liquids daily.You should've got your creatinine,calcium, phosphorus,and uric acid tested.
If you want my expert opinion,on any doubt, send it as a direct question.
Dr.Matthew J.Mangat.
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Should I Get An 8mm Lower Pole Stone Removed?

Hello and welcome to HCM. As an Urologist, i advise you to undergo an ESWL, for the lower pole stone. ESWL(extra corporeal shock wave lithotripsy), is a treatment for fragmenting stones in the urinary system, especially in kidney. This is done under sedation, and no need for admission more than a day. Bleeding episode may recur, along with complications like kidney infection. Drink 12-15 glasses liquids daily.You should ve got your creatinine,calcium, phosphorus,and uric acid tested. If you want my expert opinion,on any doubt, send it as a direct question. Dr.Matthew J.Mangat.