Strategies to optimize shock wave lithotripsy outcome: Patient selection and treatment parameters

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World J Nephrol. May 6, 2015; 4(2): 230-234
Published online May 6, 2015. doi: 10.5527/wjn.v4.i2.230

Table 1 Stone criteria for shock wave lithotripsy

Sub-optimal features suggesting alternate therapy

Stone size > 2 cm

Multiple stones

Lower pole stone

Hounsfield unit > 1000

History of cystine, calcium oxalate monohydrate, matrix stones

Citation: Semins MJ, Matlaga BR. Strategies to optimize shock wave lithotripsy outcome: Patient selection and treatment parameters. World J Nephrol 2015; 4(2): 230-234
URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/2220-6124/full/v4/i2/230.htm
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.5527/wjn.v4.i2.230