| Category | Laser Surgery |
Laser lithotripsy is a procedure providers use to break up and remove stones in your kidney, bladder, ureter or urethra. It’s usually done by putting the laser through a scope in your urinary tract. Afterwards, it’s common to have blood in your pee and discomfort from a stent. Laser lithotripsy is usually more effective than shockwave lithotripsy.
What types of surgeries use lasers?
There are many indications for the use of lasers in surgery. The following are some of the more common indications:
