Nephrolithotomy / Kidney Stone Removal

Surgical or endoscopic removal of kidney stones, ranging from minimally invasive PCNL to open surgery.

Nephrolithotomy / Kidney Stone Removal is recommended for patients with specific symptoms, abnormal test results, or as part of a planned treatment pathway. Your Urology specialist will evaluate your suitability.

Nephrolithotomy / Kidney Stone Removal is typically performed with Spinal or General. The anaesthesia team will review your health history and allergies before the procedure.

The typical duration is noted in the quick stats above. This may vary depending on complexity and individual patient factors.

Risks include minor discomfort, bruising, rare infection, and in some cases incomplete results requiring repeat testing. Serious complications are uncommon but are discussed at consent.

Nephrolithotomy / Kidney Stone Removal has a documented success rate of 95% at accredited centres. Individual outcomes depend on the underlying condition, patient health, and care team expertise.