What is RIRS surgery?
RIRS is considered a modern kidney stone surgery. In this surgery, very small flexible endoscopes are inserted into the duct, then the ureter and kidney, and the stone is completely crushed with the help of a laser. In this method, no incisions are made on the skin.
Is anesthesia required for RIRS surgery?
Yes, this surgery is performed with general anesthesia or spinal anesthesia.
Which patients are suitable for RIRS surgery?
- Kidney stones smaller than 2 centimeters
- Stones that are resistant to extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL).
3 Patients who have a coagulation disorder or are taking anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs due to heart problems.
How long does RIRS surgery last? The length of the surgery depends on the size of the stone and lasts on average between 1.5 and 3 hours.
In which centers is RIRS surgery performed? This surgery requires advanced and expensive equipment, and currently less than 7 centers in all of Iran have the necessary equipment for this surgery.
Which surgeons perform RIRS surgery? Kidney and urinary tract surgeons (urologists) who have completed a special course for this surgery. This surgery is not taught in the specialized course of kidney surgery, and to learn it, fellowship and subspecialty courses are required.
What are the complications of RIRS surgery?
Fever and infection
Bleeding
Flank pain
What is the success rate of RIRS surgery? Typically, 95% of kidney stones under 2 centimeters can be completely crushed with the method.