Understanding Double J Catheter Surgery for Kidney Stones and Hydronephrosis
Double J stent placement surgery The diagnosis on the medical certificate is right-sided kidney stones with hydronephrosis. The medical advice states that on October 7, a combined ureteroscopy and percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) was performed, along with the placement of a ri...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. For the first surgery, does the order of the surgical names in the diagnosis report indicate the sequence of the procedures? → Not necessarily. 2. Is it mandatory to place a double-J stent after performing a combined ureteroscopic lithotripsy? → Generally, yes. 3....[Read More] Understanding Double J Catheter Surgery for Kidney Stones and Hydronephrosis
Will Delaying Ureteral Stone Surgery Cause Permanent Kidney Damage?
Is it possible that the delay of about three days for surgery, after being informed that the defendant has hydronephrosis due to ureteral stones, could cause permanent damage to the kidneys? During a hospital examination, I was informed that I have hydronephrosis due to ureteral ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It will not cause harm, and you can drink more water. If the stone is smaller than 0.5 cm, there is a good chance it can be passed. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Will Delaying Ureteral Stone Surgery Cause Permanent Kidney Damage?
Understanding Occipital Pain and Neck Stiffness After Ureteroscopy
Pain in the back of the head and neck stiffness? Hello doctor, I recently underwent a "flexible ureteroscopic lithotripsy" for kidney stones. Two days later, I experienced pure headaches and fever, which later turned into pain at the back of my head. I had a fever on th...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, Ms. Huang! Based on the symptoms mentioned, it is recommended that you visit a neurology clinic as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Occipital Pain and Neck Stiffness After Ureteroscopy