Kidney Stone Treatment
Comprehensive diagnosis and personalized kidney stone treatment including medical management, laser surgery, and recurrence prevention
What Are Kidney Stones?
Kidney stones are hard mineral deposits that form inside the kidneys due to concentrated urine. They can vary in size and may cause severe pain, urinary blockage, or infection if left untreated.
Symptoms of Kidney Stones
Severe pain in back or side
Blood in urine
Pain radiating to groin
Frequent urination
Burning during urination
Nausea or fever (if infected)
Diagnosis of Kidney Stones
Ultrasound KUB (Kidney Ureter Bladder)
NCCT KUB
Urine & Blood tests
Stone Analysis (After removal)
Kidney Stone Treatment Options
Medical Treatment (Without Surgery)
Small kidney stones can often pass naturally with increased fluid intake, pain control, and medications that relax the urinary tract.
Laser Kidney Stone Surgery (RIRS)
Advanced laser techniques break stones into fine dust through natural urinary passages without cuts or stitches.
PCNL / Mini PCNL
Recommended for large or complex kidney stones. A small puncture is used to remove stones directly with high success rates.
Advantages of Laser Kidney Stone Treatment Surgery
No large cuts
Minimal pain
Short hospital stay
Faster recovery
High stone clearance
Safe and effective
Recovery & Prevention of Kidney Stones
Most patients recover quickly and return to normal activities within a few days. Preventive evaluation and lifestyle guidance significantly reduce recurrence.
Kidney Stone Treatment FAQs
What are the common symptoms of kidney stones?
Common symptoms include severe back or side pain, pain radiating to the groin, blood in urine, nausea, vomiting, and burning during urination.
What size kidney stone requires surgery?
Stones smaller than 5 mm may pass naturally
Stones larger than 6–7 mm usually require intervention
Treatment depends on stone size, location, and symptoms.
What is the best treatment for kidney stones?
The best treatment depends on stone size and location. Laser stone surgery is one of the safest and most effective treatments available today.
Is laser surgery for kidney stones safe?
Yes. Laser kidney stone surgery is minimally invasive, safe, and has a high success rate with faster recovery compared to open surgery.
How long does kidney stone surgery take?
Most laser stone procedures take about 1-3 hours, depending on stone complexity.
How long is recovery after kidney stone surgery?
Most patients resume normal activities within 2–3 days after laser stone surgery.
Can kidney stones recur?
Yes. Kidney stones can recur if preventive measures are not followed. Dietary modification, adequate water intake, and stone analysis reduce recurrence risk.
Why Choose Dr. Vikas Gupta
Expert-led, ethical and advanced urology care in Gurugram & Delhi NCR
Urologist | Andrologist | Uro-Oncologist
Trusted Expertise
MCh Urology from PGIMER Chandigarh with advanced training in endourology and uro-oncology.
Advanced Laser Surgery
Minimally invasive laser procedures for stones, prostate and urinary disorders.
Fortis Hospital Care
Associate Consultant at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram.
Patient-Centric Approach
Compassionate consultation, transparent advice and ethical treatment.
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Early treatment prevents complications and protects kidney function. Consult Dr Vikas Gupta for safe and effective laser kidney stone treatment.
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