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Kidney Stone Treatment at NU Hospitals: Expert Care for Lasting Relief

At NU Hospitals, we specialize in using advanced and personalized kidney stone treatment that's designed based on long-term well-being and comfort. Whether you are facing problems with your repeated kidney issues or first kidney stones, our team of experts are here to provide the most effective treatment options to prevent and manage kidney stones.

NU HOSPITALS

Rajajinagar, Bangalore


Overview:

A leading hospital in the Nephro-Urology domain, NU Hospitals, Bangalore expanded its service in 2015, to serve, with a state-of-the-art Medical Centre at Rajajinagar, Bangalore. Built in a pristine location just beside the world renowned ISKCON, at West of Chord Road, Bangalore.

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Dr. Venkatesh
Dr. Prasanna Venkatesh M K

MBBS, MS, DNB (Gen-Surgery), DNB (Urology), Fellow (Paediatric Urology)

Sr. Consultant Paediatric Urologist, Robotic & Renal Transplant Surgeon & Managing Director - NU Hospitals

24+ years experience

Dr. Krishna
Dr. Krishna Prasad T

MBBS, MS, DNB (Gen-Surgery), DNB (Urology), Uro-Oncology & Robotic Fellowship, Renal Transplant Fellowship (Adult and Paediatric),Vascular Access Fellowship

Sr. Consultant Laparoscopic, Uro-Oncology and Robotic , Renal Transplant Surgeon and Vascular Access Specialist

24+ years experience

Dr. Krishna
Dr. Pramod Krishnappa

MBBS, MS (Surg), DNB (Uro), ChM (Edinburgh), FECSM, Fellow Andrology (Spain)

Sr. Consultant Andrologist – Dept. of Urology, NU Hospitals

14 years experience


NU HOSPITALS

Padmanabhanagar, Bangalore


Overview:

A healthy body is the foundation of a healthy mind, and for the past two decades, NU Hospitals, based in Padmanabhanagar, Bangalore South, has been ensuring this with flawless service and a passion for putting patients first. Established in July 1999, the 60-bed hospital has grown to become one of the leading Nephro-Urology care centres in Bangalore and India.

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Dr. Venkatesh
Dr. Venkatesh Krishnamoorthy

MBBS, MS (Gen-Surgery), MCh (Urology), FRCS (Glasgow)

Sr. Consultant Urologist & Chairman, NU Hospitals

41+ years experience

Dr. Venkatesh
Dr. Maneesh Sinha

MBBS, MS (Gen-Surgery), DNB (Urology), MCh (Urology)

Sr. Consultant Urologist - Dept of Urology

30+ years experience

Dr. Kumar
Dr. Kumar Prabhu

MBBS, MS (Gen-Surgery), DNB (Urology)

Sr. Consultant Urologist – Head of Department of Urology

25+ years experience

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Kidney Stone Treatment, Why Choose NU Hospitals?

  • Expertness in Kidney Stone Treatment:

    NU Hospital’s is best known for its quality and excellence in treating kidney stones. Our urologists use the latest technology to accurately diagnose and treat kidney stones, which ensures that the patients receive the best possible care customized to their individual needs.

  • Latest Diagnostic and Treatment Techniques:

    We provide a wide range of the latest tools for diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment options to address kidney stones, which include:

    • Ureterorenoscopy : Stones which are located in the kidney or ureter will be treated by using this highly effective procedure; it involves a semirigid or flexible, small tube with an attached camera at the tip to accurately locate the stones
    • Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL): PCNL involves a small incision to directly remove stones used when patients have larger stones and offers best complete clearing with minimal discomfort.
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Long-Term Management and Preventive Care

NU Hospitals doesn't focus on only treating kidney stones, we're committed to preventing their reappearance and maintaining a healthy kidney in the long term.

  • Dedicated Nutritional Counseling

    Our dietitians help you to create a balanced diet that reduces the risk of new stone formation. By managing intake of certain foods and proper hydration, we help you avoid kidney stones.

  • Patient information brochures (PIBs) in two different languages:

    we have dedicated PIBs for each and every topic about the stones, dietary advice and about the various surgeries which are given before the planned surgery. Patients can read them and clarify their doubts before hand.

  • Regular Monitoring and Follow-Up

    We offer ongoing monitoring to detect early signs of new stone formation, enabling proactive management before more severe issues arise.

  • Dedicated work up (Metabolic evaluation) for recurrent stone formers: Some blood and urine tests are conducted to identify any genetic cause in patients who form stones frequently.

Kidney Stone Treatment Options Based on Size and Location

Type of Stone Size Treatment
Ureteral stones <5mm
  • 1. Likely to pass spontaneously with hydration and pain management.
  • 2. ⁠Medical therapy or Ureteroscopy(URS): if failed to pass spontaneously.
Ureteral stones 5-10 mm
  • 1. Medical expulsive therapy - medication that helps in stone expulsion will be provided.
  • 2. ⁠Urethroscopy(URS) and / or Laser Lithotripsy: A thin scope is passed through the urethra to remove or break the stone with Lithoclast or LASER.
  • 3. Shockwave lithotripsy (SWL): Non-invasive treatment using sound waves to break stones.
Ureteral stones >10 mm
  • 1. Ureteroscopy (URS) Laser lithotripsy
  • 2. ⁠Retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS): same as URS but when needed to clear stones or fragments from the kidney with flexible endoscopes.
Kidney Stone <5 mm Often passes spontaneously; annual follow-up or medical management.
Kidney Stone 5-20 mm
  • 1. Retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS) with laser lithotripsy
  • 2. Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL): A minimally invasive surgery where a small incision is made in the back, and instruments are inserted to remove the stone.
Kidney Stone >20 mm
  • 1. Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
Bladder Stones <5 mm
  • Likely to pass naturally with medical management.
Bladder Stones > 5 mm
  • 1. Cystoscopy/Cystolitholapaxy: A scope is passed through the urethra to directly remove or break the stone.
  • 2. ⁠Open cystolithotomy: Surgical removal of the stone through an incision in the bladder for very large or multiple stones.
Complicated or Recurrent Stones:
  • Metabolic Evaluation: To identify underlying causes like hypercalciuria or hyperuricemia, requiring long-term dietary or pharmacologic interventions.

Each treatment choice depends on the stone’s location, size, type, patient health, and symptoms.

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FAQs

  • How do Kidney Stones Form?

    Kidney stones can be caused by poor inadequate fluid intake, obesity, high protein diet (red meat), excess intake of oily and fatty diet and excess consumption of carbonated soft drinks, fasting or certain medical conditions, while genetics may play a role.

  • Symptoms for kidney stones?

    Symptoms include blood in urine, frequent urination, and severe back and side pain.

  • How do kidney stones get removed at NU Hospitals?

    At NU Hospitals, we offer treatments like PCNL, ureteroscopy, and ESWL, based on the location and size of the stone.

  • Cost of kidney stone treatment?

    The cost depends on various factors such as treatment procedure and the complication of your case. Our team provides transparent costs before we start the treatment to help you look into the financial aspects.

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