Holmium:YAG and thulium fiber lasers demonstrate similar effectiveness for dusting kidney stones, with similar stone-free rates, procedure durations, and quality-of-life outcomes.

A team of researchers in the US has developed a nanoparticle-based technique that could make laser surgeries for kidney stones faster, safer, and potentially reduce the chances of recurrence.

I am a 21 years old girl having single kidney on the left side, sized 12.8 x 5.1 cm. I am having a stone in the kidney for the last 7 months. Can I go for a laser operation? Will it lead to any harm ...

During a procedure known as laser lithotripsy, urologists use a small, video-guided laser to blast painful, potentially damaging kidney stones to smithereens. It's better for the patient if urologists ...

Drive ROI through single-use ureteroscopes, advanced laser systems, outpatient care and Asia-Pacific expansion, backed by partnerships and product innovation.Dublin, Oct. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ...

A randomized trial found a similar stone-free rate after pulse-modulated Holmium:YAG (Ho:YAG) laser vs thulium fiber laser (TFL) treatment of kidney stones. An investigator reported trial data during ...

The prevalence of kidney stones has doubled in the past 30 years. Academic researchers are searching for better solutions for ...

PCNL is reserved for larger and more complex kidney stone burdens and has almost completely replaced open stone surgery in this indication. Access to the collecting system is obtained either by ...

Guest - Dr. Scott Palmer, urologist. HealthLine is a fast paced show that keeps you informed of the latest developments in the worlds of medicine, health and wellness. Since January of 1996, this ...