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Lower Ureteric Calculus can form in either of the ureters, cause mild to severe symptoms, and may even cause complications if treatment is delayed. At Pristyn Care, we provide effective treatment for lower ureteric calculus at cost-effective prices. You can book your consultation with our expert urologists to get an effective diagnosis and treatment for your condition. Book your appointment right away.
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Lower ureteric calculus or ureteral calculus refer to ureteric stones in the lower part of the ureters. Ureters are two tubes responsible for carrying urine from your kidneys to the urinary bladder. Both kidneys have one ureter each. Ureteral stones are solid or hard deposits that get stuck in the ureters. The ureteric calculus can differ in their composition. The most common ureteric stones include calcium oxalate, calcium phosphate, cystine, struvite, and uric acid stones.Â
Ureteral calculus can exhibit different symptoms, which can be pretty discomforting and affect the patient’s quality of life. In addition, untreated ureteral stones can even lead to potential complications such as renal abscess, stone infections, chronic kidney disease (CKD), ureteral scarring, obstruction, and stenosis. Therefore, it is advised that patients seek timely treatment for these stones.Â
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The diagnostic procedure for ureteric calculus includes some standard tests. But before suggesting these tests, the doctors perform a thorough physical examination of the patient’s condition. This assessment consists of understanding the patient’s symptoms and their medical history. After performing a physical examination, the doctor will then suggest a series of tests to check how serious the condition is and determine the exact location and size of the stones. Some standard tests include:Â
Doctors prepare a specialized treatment plan for every patient after the diagnostic process is complete and reports are acquired. The choice of which treatment would be the most suitable for the patient depends on the findings of the diagnostic process and the patient’s overall health. Here are the most common treatment options for upper ureteric stones:Â
Medicine & therapy: When the stones are small, and there are no complexities, medicine and therapy work just fine in relieving the symptoms and helping stones pass through the system. The doctors may prescribe pain relievers to manage the pain caused while passing the stone. Or they may also suggest alpha-blockers which help relax the muscles in the ureters and help the stone pass easily. In addition, the doctor may also suggest some lifestyle changes to help the stones pass and prevent future stone formation.Â
Other treatments include:Â
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy is a commonly performed treatment procedure for removing ureteric calculus. It is typically suggested for small stones. This is a non-surgical procedure that involves no cuts or stitches. The doctors use sound shockwaves through the flank area, with X-ray guidance, to break the stones into smaller fragments, allowing them to pass much more quickly. This procedure is generally considered effective for stones that are smaller than 1 cm in size.Â
In a ureteroscopy, the doctors use a ureteroscope to perform the surgery. It is a thin tube with a camera at the end, which is inserted through the urethra, bladder, and then into the ureter. The ureteroscope gives a visual of the stone and helps doctors figure out the exact location of the stone. Once the stone is located, they use a laser to reduce the stones to smaller fragments. The patients can easily pass these fragments out of the body as they urinate.Â
Open stone surgery is a traditional method of removing lower ureteric calculus. In this method, the surgeon makes an incision in your side or the lower back to access your kidney or ureter and then uses surgical equipment to extract the stone. This procedure becomes necessary if the stones are too large in size or if the patient has a skeletal deformity. This procedure is not commonly performed these days and accompanies a higher risk of complications compared to the new, less-invasive methods of stone removal. The recovery time is also much higher with open surgery.Â
Preparation is key before a lower ureteric calculus treatment to ensure a seamless treatment journey. Your doctor will give you instructions to help you prepare for the treatment. Some general guidelines to prepare for the treatment are as follows:
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The recovery period after upper ureteric calculus treatment can differ depending on the type of treatment you’ve received. The total recovery duration is different for all procedures and may also vary depending on the patient’s overall health and whether there were any complications in the treatment process.Â
In the case of the ESWL procedure, patients can return home the same day. Total recovery can take 1 to 2 days.Â
After a Ureteroscopy with laser lithotripsy, the patients may have to spend a night in the hospital after the URSL procedure. Complete recovery time can range from 4 to 7 days following the procedure.Â
If the patient has had an open surgery, they can expect a longer recovery period. It may take the patient around 6 weeks to recover fully and get back to their routine.Â
During the recovery period, patients can do a range of things to promote healing and recover more quickly. This can include making some dietary and lifestyle modifications and following the after-care instructions provided by the doctor diligently. Here are some things you can do to boost your recovery after upper ureteric calculus treatment:Â
The cost of lower ureteric calculus treatment in India differs for all patients. However, on average, the treatment can cost you anywhere between Rs.40,000 and Rs. 2,00,000. This cost is subject to differ, chiefly on the basis of the type of treatment the patient is receiving. Here’s a bifurcation of the estimated treatment cost based on the type of treatment:Â
Several factors can impact the total expense you may have to bear for your lower ureteric calculus treatment in India, including the city you’re receiving your treatment, your choice of treatment hospital, the type of treatment, the severity of your condition, the cost of anesthesia, cost of any additional drugs, cost of diagnostic tests, and so on.Â
Large stones pose the risk of ureteral blockage as they do not pass through the system on their own. Typically, lower ureteric calculus larger than 1 cm in size is considered dangerous and may lead to complications if not treated in time.Â
If the stones are small in size, there’s a chance they can pass naturally through the system. In the case of small stones, even home remedies can help in the removal of calculus. However, when the stones are large or there’s a risk of obstruction, treatment becomes necessary.Â
Yes. In some cases, lower ureteral calculus can lead to an obstruction in the kidneys and cause serious complications, including urinary tract infections, kidney damage, and complete renal failure. To ward off these complications, the doctors suggest seeking prompt treatment.Â
Lower ureteric stones are often associated with a family history of stones. Patients with a history of stones in their families are more likely to develop stones. In addition, some metabolic disorders can also put patients at an increased risk of developing ureteric calculus, such as cystic kidney diseases and urinary tract infections. Some lifestyle habits, such as insufficient consumption of water, consuming unhealthy foods, etc., can also increase a person’s risk of developing lower ureteric stones.Â
To determine whether they have lower ureteric stones, the patients first need to recognize the symptoms of this condition. Sometimes, ureteric calculus is too small to exhibit any symptoms. But, when the stones are large, multiple, or are obstructing the ureters, the patient may experience severe symptoms such as, pain in the flank area that spreads to the groin, frequent and painful urination, blood in the urine, a burning sensation while urinating, fever, and chills. If an individual experiences these symptoms, it is important to seek prompt medical attention. The doctor will then perform some tests to confirm the presence of the stones.Â
You should note that treatment doesn’t help with the prevention of stones from occurring. There’s always a chance of recurrence in the case of ureteric stones, and therefore, patients must take the necessary precautions to prevent stones from recurring. Prevention includes making some lifestyle changes, such as keeping hydrated, eating healthy, cutting back on junk and processed foods, etc.Â
The duration of hospitalization after ureteric calculus treatment depends on the type of treatment you’ve received. While some treatments for lower ureteric stones, such as ESWL, do not require a hospital stay at all, other treatments, like open stone surgery or ureterorenoscopy, may require a hospital stay of a day or more. Other factors also impact the need for a hospital stay, including the patient’s overall health following the surgery, whether there were any complications during or after surgery, and so on.Â
There are various things a person can do to prevent lower ureteric stones in the first place, including:Â
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