What is lithotripsy and how does it work?
What is lithotripsy and how does it work? Lithotripsy uses sound waves to break up large kidney stones into smaller pieces. These sound waves are also called high-energy shock waves. The most common form of lithotripsy is extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL). Is extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy considered surgery? What is extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy? […]