Category: L

A lithotriptor that fragments stones by applying photothermal energy. An endoscope is inserted through the urethra into the bladder, ureter, or renal pelvis and is placed alongside the stone. Application of a laser causes the stone to break apart.  

An intracorporeal lithotriptor (i.e., one that is inserted into a body cavity). This fluid-filled device uses electrically generated shock waves next to stones in order to fragment them.  

The drilling or boring of holes in a calculus to facilitate crushing. More recently, an ultrasonic probe is employed.  

The removal of a kidney stone through a small bladder incision that is instrumentally dilated.  

A lithotomy performed with the incision from the front of the rectum to one side of the raphe.  

An instrument for performing lithotomy.  

An instrument for estimating the size of calculi.  

The science dealing with calculi.  

A device for holding a stone during its removal.  

A type of lithopedion in which only the membranes are calcified.