
An ESWL Lithotripter (Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripter) is a non-invasive medical device used to break kidney stones and ureteral stones into small fragments using focused shock waves, allowing them to pass naturally through the urinary tract.
Key Features:
Non-surgical and outpatient procedure
Uses shock waves generated outside the body
Real-time imaging with X-ray or ultrasound guidance
Adjustable energy levels for patient comfort and stone size
Minimal recovery time and low complication risk
Uses:
Treatment of renal and ureteric calculi (stones)
Effective for stones <2 cm in size
Often used when stones are not passing on their own and no invasive procedure is preferred