Bladder Stones
Bladder stones are hard mineral deposits that form in the bladder, often due to incomplete emptying or urinary stasis. Symptoms include pain, frequent urination, blood in the urine, or difficulty urinating. Small stones may pass naturally with increased fluid intake, while larger stones typically require removal through cystolitholapaxy (breaking stones with a scope) or surgery. Preventing recurrence involves addressing underlying causes, such as bladder emptying issues or infections.
Bladder stones are hard mineral deposits that form in the bladder, often due to incomplete emptying or urinary stasis. Symptoms include pain, frequent urination, blood in the urine, or difficulty urinating. Small stones may pass naturally with increased fluid intake, while larger stones typically require removal through cystolitholapaxy (breaking stones with a scope) or surgery. Preventing recurrence involves addressing underlying causes, such as bladder emptying issues or infections.
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Treatment
1. Increased Fluid Intake:
For small bladder stones, drinking plenty of water may help them pass naturally. However, this approach is often insufficient, especially if there's difficulty emptying the bladder completely.
2. Cystolitholapaxy:
This is the most common procedure for removing bladder stones. A thin tube with a camera (cystoscope) is inserted into the bladder to locate the stones. Stone-crushing devices, lasers, or ultrasound are then used to break up the stones, which are subsequently removed.
3. Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL):
ESWL uses sound waves to break bladder stones into smaller pieces that can be passed naturally. However, this method may require specific positioning and is less commonly used for bladder stones.
4. Open Surgery (Cystolithotomy):
For large stones or when other methods are not feasible, open surgery may be necessary. An incision is made in the bladder to remove the stones directly.
Addressing the underlying cause of bladder stones is crucial to prevent recurrence. This may involve managing prostate enlargement, repairing bladder diverticula, or treating other conditions that impede complete bladder emptying.
Consultation with a healthcare provider is essential to determine the most appropriate treatment based on individual circumstances.