How safe is RIRS?

Conclusion. To the best of our knowledge, RIRS for large renal stone manipulation is an effective and safe treatment modality currently. In our study, the single RIRS SFR was superior to PNL or SWL even when the stone burden was between 2.0 cm and 3.0 cm (80.2\%).

How do they remove a kidney stone that is too large to pass?

Surgery to remove very large stones in the kidney. A procedure called percutaneous nephrolithotomy (nef-row-lih-THOT-uh-me) involves surgically removing a kidney stone using small telescopes and instruments inserted through a small incision in your back.

Which is better RIRS or PCNL?

RIRS is a reasonable alternative to PCNL and ESWL in low-volume lower calyx stones, because it has a lower complication rate compared with PCNL and a stone-free rate similar to that of ESWL. Bozkurt et al. compared the results of 42 PCNL and 37 RIRS patients treated for clearance of renal stones with sizes of 1.5–2 cm.

What is Intrarenal surgery?

RIRS or Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery is an endoscopic surgery performed to remove renal stones by reaching the kidney from the ureter. RIRS procedure uses a viewing tube called fibre optic endoscope and a laser fibre – Holmium – to treat the renal stones.

What is the cost of RIRS surgery?

Good hydrophilic Ureteral Access Sheaths usually costs some where between Rs. Six to Eight thousand only & one good tip less basket would be more than Rs. Ten thousand only.

Can I drive after kidney stone surgery?

Your physical activity is to be restricted, especially during the first weeks of recovery. During this time use the following guidelines: NO lifting heavy objects (anything greater than 10 lbs) for 4 weeks. NO driving a car and limit long car rides for 2 weeks.

What size kidney stone can you pass?

The smaller the kidney stone, the more likely it will pass on its own. If it is smaller than 5 mm (1/5 inch), there is a 90\% chance it will pass without further intervention. If the stone is between 5 mm and 10 mm, the odds are 50\%. If a stone is too large to pass on its own, several treatment options are available.

What is a retrograde surgery?

Make an appointment. RIRS is performed to remove stones without making any incisions on the kidney while using a laser and a viewing tube called a fiberoptic endoscope that goes through the urethra into the kidney. It is performed under general, local or spinal anesthesia.