Kidney Stone Removal (Nephrolithotomy) in Windhoek

About this service

Kidney stone removal, or nephrolithotomy, is performed by a visiting urologist in Windhoek at Eastgate Clinic's on-site day theatre for stones that have not passed on their own. Kidney stones can cause severe pain, often described as one of the most intense pains people experience, along with symptoms like blood in the urine or difficulty urinating, and larger stones in particular may need surgical removal rather than waiting for them to pass naturally. This procedure removes the stone directly, which can bring fast relief from ongoing pain and prevent complications like infection or kidney damage.

It is performed under anaesthesia, and your urologist will explain the specific technique planned based on the size and position of your stone. Recovery time depends on the approach used.

What to expect

• A CT scan or ultrasound maps the stone's size and position before the visiting urologist chooses the least invasive technique.
• Fluid and pain relief are managed by the anaesthetist while the stone is removed or fragmented under general anaesthesia.
• A temporary drainage stent may be left in the ureter and removed at a later visit.
• The stone fragments are sent for analysis so your doctor can advise on diet and fluids to lower the chance of another stone.

Who is it for?

You may be advised to have this if you are dealing with:

• Severe flank or back pain linked to a kidney stone
• A large kidney stone that has not passed naturally
• Blood in the urine or difficulty urinating with a known stone
• A urologist has recommended surgical removal

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