Holmium Laser Lithotripsy Can Be Performed to Effectively Eliminate Kidney Stones

Dr. Luis Herrera can perform kidney stone surgery to remove kidney stones from the kidneys, ureter, bladder, or urethra using a laser to pulverize the stones, and then eliminate them through the urinary tract. Our Tijuana, Mexico, urology center is equipped with the latest technology, including the Holmium Laser, which allows patients to experience immediate relief of symptoms and a quicker recovery. Holmium laser lithotripsy is recommended for patients with multiple, difficult-to-pass stones as a safer and more effective approach to using shockwave technology or undergoing invasive surgery.

What Are Kidney Stones?

Kidney stones, also known as nephrolithiasis, are small, crystalized deposits made of minerals and acid salts that form inside your kidneys and cause significant pain when passed through your urinary tract. Often times, due to their size and texture, kidney stones can get trapped and prevent your urinary tract from functioning properly. If left unaddressed, it can lead to increased pain, chronic urinary tract infections, and irreparable kidney damage.

Dr. Herrera can perform kidney stone surgery with the Holmium Laser to effectively eliminate your stones and symptoms.

Dehydration due to poor water intake and other conditions, such as diabetes, inflammatory bowel disease, high blood pressure, and too much calcium in the body can all cause kidney stones to develop. The common signs and symptoms of kidney stones include:

• Difficulty urinating
• Blood in the urine
• Pain or cramping in the lower back, side, abdomen, or groin
• Nausea or vomiting
• Urinary tract infection
• Fever and chills
• Increased urination
• Cloudy or foul smelling urine

Kidney Stone Surgery with Laser Lithotripsy

Holmium laser lithotripsy for kidney stone surgery can effectively remove painful stones that are located throughout the urinary tract, including the kidneys, bladder, ureter, and urethra. Although labeled kidney surgery, this procedure does not require any incisions, sutures, or bandages. During the procedure, Dr. Herrera will place you under anesthesia to ensure optimal comfort. Once you are comfortable, he will use a ureteroscope to identify the exact location of the stones. A small flexible laser is then inserted through the scope, and once activated, the laser breaks up the stone into smaller fragments for easy passage and elimination through the urinary tract.