2025 Guide to Kidney Stone Removal Treatments in Bhosari: Laser, ESWL & Surgery

Swanand Kidney Clinic, Dr. Snehal Gaikwad

Kidney stones are a common yet painful urological condition that can severely disrupt one's daily life if not treated on time. In Bhosari and nearby PCMC areas, Swanand Kidney Clinic, under the expert care of Dr. Snehal Gaikwad, is recognized as a trusted center for comprehensive kidney stone management.

As we enter 2025, patients have access to advanced kidney stone treatments like Laser Lithotripsy, ESWL (Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy), and Minimally Invasive Surgeries, offering safe, effective, and faster relief from the agony of kidney stones.

This guide will help you understand the latest treatments available in Bhosari, when to seek them, and why Swanand Kidney Clinic is the preferred destination for kidney stone care.

What Are Kidney Stones?

Kidney stones are hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside your kidneys. Depending on their size, composition, and location, they can cause severe back or abdominal pain, blood in urine, nausea, vomiting, and even urinary tract infections if left untreated.

Factors like poor hydration, high salt or protein intake, obesity, and genetic predisposition increase the risk of kidney stones.

Advanced Kidney Stone Removal Treatments in Bhosari (2025)

1. Laser Lithotripsy (RIRS - Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery)

Laser Lithotripsy is one of the most advanced, minimally invasive procedures to treat kidney stones.

How It Works:

• Performed under anesthesia.
  
  

• A flexible ureteroscope is passed through the urinary tract to reach the stone.
  
  

• Holmium Laser is used to break the stone into fine dust particles.
  
  

• The patient can pass these fine particles naturally through urine.
  
  

Advantages:

• No cuts or stitches.
  
  

• Safe for stones inside the kidney or upper ureter.
  
  

• Fast recovery; most patients are discharged the same day.
  
  

• Suitable for stones up to 2 cm or more.
  
  

• Less risk of bleeding or complications.
  
  

Best for:

• Patients who prefer stitch-less, painless treatments.
  
  

• Those with stones resistant to ESWL or where ESWL failed.
  
  

At Swanand Kidney Clinic, Bhosari, Laser Lithotripsy is done using the latest Holmium Laser Machines, ensuring precision and faster recovery.

2. ESWL (Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy)

ESWL is a non-invasive treatment where high-energy sound waves (shock waves) are used to break the stones into smaller fragments that can pass easily in urine.

How It Works:

• Performed without anesthesia or under mild sedation.
  
  

• A machine sends targeted shock waves through the skin towards the kidney stone.
  
  

• The stone breaks into smaller pieces that the body naturally eliminates.
  
  

Advantages:

• No cuts, no surgery.
  
  

• Day-care procedure.
  
  

• Suitable for stones up to 1.5 cm.
  
  

• Very low risk of infection or complications.
  
  

Limitations:

• Not suitable for very large or hard stones.
  
  

• May require multiple sessions for complete clearance.
  
  

• Less effective for lower ureteric stones.
  
  

At Dr. Snehal Gaikwad’s Swanand Kidney Clinic, ESWL is performed with advanced 3rd generation lithotripsy machines, ensuring optimal precision and minimal side effects.

3. Minimally Invasive Surgery (PCNL & Mini-PCNL)

For larger or complex stones, PCNL (Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy) and Mini-PCNL are preferred options.

How It Works:

• A small incision (5-10 mm) is made in the back.
  
  

• A nephroscope is passed through the incision into the kidney.
  
  

• The stone is fragmented and removed directly.
  
  

Advantages:

• Gold standard for large, complex, or staghorn stones.
  
  

• Higher clearance rate in a single session.
  
  

• Quick recovery time (2-3 days hospitalization).
  
  

Mini-PCNL:

• Uses smaller instruments.
  
  

• Less bleeding and pain.
  
  

• Ideal for medium-sized stones.
  
  

Best for:

• Stones larger than 2 cm.
  
  

• Complex or multiple stones.
  
  

• Stones causing obstruction or infections.
  
  

At Swanand Kidney Clinic, Dr. Snehal Gaikwad uses Mini-PCNL and standard PCNL techniques, ensuring the least trauma and fastest healing possible.

Why Choose Swanand Kidney Clinic, Bhosari?

✔ Expertise of Dr. Snehal Gaikwad

With years of experience in urology and kidney stone management, Dr. Snehal Gaikwad is known for precise diagnosis, patient-centric care, and offering the latest treatment modalities under one roof.

✔ Advanced Technology

Swanand Kidney Clinic is equipped with state-of-the-art Laser machines, ESWL units, and endoscopic surgical equipment, ensuring safe and effective treatment for all types of kidney stones.

✔ Personalized Approach

Each patient is different. Based on the size, location, type of stone, and patient’s medical condition, Dr. Snehal Gaikwad suggests the best treatment plan tailored for the fastest and safest recovery.

✔ Affordable & Ethical Care

Swanand Kidney Clinic is committed to providing cost-effective, ethical, and transparent care, ensuring patients get quality treatment without unnecessary interventions.

When Should You Seek Treatment?

• Severe flank pain or back pain.
  
  

• Recurrent urinary infections.
  
  

• Blood in urine (Hematuria).
  
  

• Persistent nausea or vomiting due to stones.
  
  

• Uncontrolled urinary symptoms.
  
  

Ignoring kidney stones can lead to permanent kidney damage, infections, and other complications. Early diagnosis and timely treatment can save you from complex surgeries and long-term kidney issues.