Kidney stones are one of the most common urological conditions affecting people in India, particularly in hot regions such as Delhi NCR where dehydration and dietary habits increase the risk of stone formation. Most of the patients present with severe flank pain, vomiting, difficulty in urination, or blood in urine when a stone gets stuck in the urinary tract.
Small stones usually up to 5 mm have an increased chance of passing out spontaneously with adequate hydration and medicines.
When stones are too large to pass naturally, doctors recommend laser kidney stone surgery, a modern minimally invasive procedure that safely breaks and removes kidney stones with minimal discomfort.
At Uronova – Advanced Laser Kidney Stone Centre in Delhi, patients are treated using the latest endourological techniques including RIRS (Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery) performed by Dr. Amit Kumar Kundu, Senior Consultant Urologist and laser stone surgery specialist.
This article explains everything patients need to know about laser kidney stone surgery in Delhi including procedure, cost, recovery, and when surgery is required.
What Are Kidney Stones?
Kidney stones are hard mineral deposits that form inside the kidney when certain substances in urine crystallize and stick together. These stones can vary in size from very small particles to large stones that block urine flow.
Common Symptoms of Kidney Stones:
• Severe pain in the side or back
• Pain radiating toward the lower abdomen or groin
• Blood in urine
• Nausea and vomiting
• Burning sensation during urination
• Frequent urination
• Fever in case of infection
Difficulty in passing out urine
Causes and Risk Factors:
• Low water intake
• High salt consumption
• Diet rich in oxalate foods
• Obesity
• Family history of kidney stones
• Recurrent urinary infections
• Certain metabolic disorders
When Is Kidney Stone Surgery Required?
Surgical treatment may be required when the stone is larger than 6–7 mm, pain occurs repeatedly despite being on medical treatment, patient develops fever and infection, kidney function is affected, or the stone fails to pass despite an adequate course of medicines.
Laser Kidney Stone Surgery (RIRS) – Procedure:
1. Patient receives general or spinal anesthesia.
2. A flexible ureteroscope is inserted through the urinary passage.
3. The scope reaches the kidney where the stone is located.
4. A holmium or thulium laser breaks the stone into tiny fragments.
5. Fragments are removed or allowed to pass naturally.
6. A temporary DJ stent may be placed if required.
Advantages of Laser Stone Surgery:
• No surgical incision
• Minimal bleeding
• High success rate
• Short hospital stay
• Quick recovery
Recovery After Surgery:
Hospital stay – about 24 hours
Return to routine activity – 2–4 days
Complete recovery – around 1 week
Cost of Laser Kidney Stone Surgery in Delhi:
The cost usually ranges from ₹70,000 to ₹1,80,000 depending on hospital facilities, stone complexity, and surgeon expertise.
About Dr. Amit Kumar Kundu:
Dr. Amit Kumar Kundu is a consultant urologist practicing in Delhi NCR with expertise in minimally invasive urological procedures including laser kidney stone surgery, ureteroscopy, and prostate treatment. He completed MBBS and MS (General Surgery) from the University of Delhi and MCh Urology from King George’s Medical University, Lucknow.
Consultation:
Uronova – Advanced Laser Kidney Stone Centre
Dwarka & Nangli – Delhi NCR
WhatsApp Appointment: 7878330033; 7400940034