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The more formal name for lithotripsy is Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL). Kidney stones are usually small enough to pass through the urinary tract along with urine. In some cases, the stones are too large to pass on their own. Lithotripsy is normally used when:

• Stones are too large to pass (larger than 5 millimeters) • Stones are blocking the flow of urine. • Stones are causing bleeding or infection • Pain medication isn’t effective when trying to pass stones

Some stones may be too large to treat with shockwave lithotripsy. The size, shape, location, and the number of stones will all be evaluated to see if lithotripsy is an appropriate treatment.

Your doctor may advise alternate treatment if you are pregnant, weigh over 300 pounds, have a pacemaker, kidney cancer, kidney infection, or on medications for cardiac conditions.", "bodyLocation" : "Kidneys", "proced...