Therapeutics: News and Research on Lithotripsy

MeSH tree: E02.600

New noninvasive technique provides effective treatment for urinary stones

A noninvasive ultrasound technology called Break Wave lithotripsy (BWL) offers a safe and effective new option for treatment of urinary stones, reports a clinical trial in the October issue of the Journal of Urology.

Sep 11, 2024

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When removing a big kidney stone, get the little ones, too

Anyone who has suffered through a large, painful kidney stone wants to avoid a repeat episode. Now a new trial confirms one preventive strategy: removing small "silent" stones before they cause trouble.

Aug 11, 2022

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