Urology Flashcards
1
Q
renal stone: <5mm and asymptomatic
A
watchful waiting
2
Q
renal stone: 5-10mm
A
shockwave lithotripsy
3
Q
renal stone: 10-20mm
A
shockwave lithotripsy OR ureteroscopy
4
Q
renal stone:>20mm
A
percutaneous nephrolithotomy
5
Q
ureteric stones: <10mm
A
shockwave lithotripsy +/- alpha blockers
6
Q
uretic stone: 10-20mm
A
ureteroscopy
7
Q
options for renal decompression for hydronephrosis
A
ephrostomy tube placement, insertion of ureteric catheters and ureteric stent placement