Lithotripsy Unit
Adıyaman Training and Research Hospital Lithotripsy Unit provides services for the management of urinary tract stone disease using modern, safe, and non-surgical treatment methods. Our unit operates on the 2nd floor of A Block Main Service Building, within the Urology Outpatient Clinic.
Scope of Services
Extracorporeal Shockwave Lithotripsy (ESWL) is applied in the Lithotripsy Unit.
This method is a proven treatment approach that allows urinary tract stones to be fragmented by externally applied high-energy shock waves without the need for surgical intervention.
ESWL in Pediatric Patients
ESWL treatment is safely performed for pediatric patients in our Lithotripsy Unit.
Procedures are conducted under anesthesia for the comfort and safety of pediatric patients.
Anesthesia is administered following assessment by the Anesthesia Department.
ESWL is an effective method in treating pediatric urinary stones, reducing the need for surgical procedures.
Key Features of ESWL
The stone’s location is precisely determined using ultrasonography or fluoroscopy.
Focused shock waves are directed at the stone without any incision on the skin.
Stones are fragmented into smaller pieces, which are naturally expelled through urine.
The procedure lasts approximately 45 minutes and generally does not require anesthesia.
Multiple sessions may be planned if deemed necessary.
Treatment Advantages
Non-surgical and non-invasive method.
No hospital stay is required.
Allows rapid return to daily activities.
High success rate for kidney and ureteral stones.
Lower risk of complications compared to surgical methods.
Objective of Our Unit
The primary objective of the Lithotripsy Unit is to:
Utilize reliable, effective, and evidence-based methods in the diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of urinary tract stone disease.
Provide healthcare services with high standards, prioritizing patient safety and satisfaction.
Application and Assessment
Treatment planning in our unit is determined by urology specialists based on clinical evaluation, imaging results, and stone characteristics.
Patients can apply to the Urology Outpatient Clinic to schedule an appointment for ESWL suitability assessment.
