What should I do if there are stones in my bladder?
Disease description:
My friend went to the hospital for an examination and found a stone in the bladder. What should be done if there is a stone in the bladder?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Luo Yong
When there are stones in the bladder, appropriate treatment methods can be selected based on the size and specific circumstances of the stones. For smaller stones of fewer quantity, general treatments such as drinking more water and moderate exercise can help promote the natural passage of stones through urine. If the stone's diameter is less than 1.5 cm, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) may be considered to fragment the stone for subsequent elimination. For solitary stones smaller than 4 cm in diameter, transurethral cystolithotripsy can be performed, using ultrasound to fragment the stone, with removal of the fragments via an endoscope. If the stone's diameter exceeds 4 cm or the stone is particularly hard, suprapubic cystolithotomy may be required. When selecting a treatment method, it is recommended to consult a specialist and make decisions based on individual patient circumstances.
