Video 88: Management of Stent Related Symptoms
Do you have symptoms due to the ureteral stent? No worries. We have some advice. One important thing is to drink more water and empty the bladder more frequently. Usually, we advise emptying the bladder at least every one to two hours. If the bladder is full of urine, it may reflux back to the […]
Video 87: Stent Related Symptoms!
In many kidney and ureteral stone surgeries, we use a stent. A stent is a plastic tube with one end in the kidney and the other end in the bladder. This is why many patients may experience symptoms called stent-related symptoms. The most common symptoms are, for example: More frequent urination Urgency in urination Pain […]
Video 86: Ureteral Stent in Stone Management!
In most stone surgeries, a ureteral stent is used. A ureteral stent is a small plastic tube inserted into the ureter to facilitate the passage of urine from the kidney to the bladder. The stent has several holes and extends from the kidney to the bladder. The purpose of the stent is to aid in […]
Video 85: Surgery for Big Kidney Stones!
Big stones in the kidney typically have a branching shape, looking like the horn of a stag (a male deer), which is why these stones are usually referred to as staghorn stones. Big kidney stones were traditionally removed with large skin incisions and open surgery. Nowadays, with modern technologies, most large stones are managed endoscopically. […]
Video 84: Flexible Telescope & Laser for Stone Surgery!
We have different types of surgeries for stone management, depending on the size, location, and number of the stones. If the stone is in the upper ureter or in the kidney, we prefer to use a flexible telescope. For easier access, we insert the flexible telescope into a sheath. Finally, we insert a very thin […]
Video 83: Ureteral Stones Surgery!
A stone in the ureter. The ureter is a thin tube between the kidney and the urinary bladder. If there is a stone in the ureter causing pain or discomfort, surgery may be necessary. No incision is needed. In this surgery, we use the so-called ureteroscope, and the procedure is called ureteroscopy. During ureteroscopy, a […]
Video 82: Traditional Stone Surgery!
These are some stones that we removed from the urinary bladder and also from the kidneys. In the past, we used to do open surgery for removing such big stones. Nowadays, with the laser technique, such surgeries are rare. Modern technology has made the stone management surgeries much less invasive and more precise. جراحی سنگ […]
Video 81: Kidney Stones All Require Treatment
Not all kidney or ureteral stones need immediate, active treatment. In the case of small stones in the kidney or ureter, usually we recommend follow-up and increased fluid intake if there is no discomfort. However, if the stone causes discomfort, we may recommend some medications in order to help to pass the stone. Active treatment […]
Video 80: Kidney Stones – Treatment
Treatment of kidney and ureteral stones depends on several factors including: Symptoms of the stone Size of the stone Location of the stone Duration of the stone Urology experts specializing in stone management shall decide based on the situation. Follow us for more information! سنگ کلیه – درمان: درمان سنگ کلیه و حالب به عوامل […]
Video 79: Varicocele – Common Questions
Do we have to treat all diagnosed varicoceles? No, usually we do not recommend any treatment for a varicocele if there is no pain and no fertility issues. How to reduce the chance of worsening degree of the varicocele? To avoid worsening low-degree varicoceles, it is advised to avoid prolonged standing and heavy lifting. After […]