Kidney and Ureteral Stones Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most common surgical technique used for stones in the ureter?
A
Shock wave lithotripsy
2
Q
Describe the pain in renal stones
A
Very severe 10/10
3
Q
If stone <5 how do you manage
A
Conservatively
4
Q
What size do you manage surgically
A
> 7
5
Q
What is conservative mgt of a stone?
A
Fluids pain relief alpha blocker
6
Q
Gold standard diagnosis of stones
A
CT stone search
7
Q
What are the indications for emergency treatment of stones?
A
Bilateral obstructing stones Infection with obstruction Urosepsis Impending acute renal failure Obstruction in a solitary or transplanted kidney Intractable pain vomiting or both
8
Q
First line Pain relief for renal colic
A
NSAID
