Kidney stones are one of the most common urological problems affecting both men and women today. They can cause severe pain, nausea, and discomfort — and if left untreated, may lead to serious complications.
At VSH Superspeciality Hospital, our Urology Department offers the latest and most advanced treatment options, including RIRS (Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery) — a safe, minimally invasive, and highly effective procedure for removing kidney stones.
RIRS (Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery) is an advanced endoscopic technique used to treat stones located inside the kidney.
In this procedure, the surgeon uses a flexible ureteroscope that is passed through the urinary passage — from the urethra to the bladder and then into the kidney — to locate and remove or break down the stone using a Holmium laser.
There are no cuts, stitches, or external incisions, making it a preferred choice for many patients.
RIRS is generally advised for:
Stones located in the kidney or upper ureter
Smaller to medium-sized stones (usually less than 2 cm)
Patients for whom other procedures like PCNL may carry higher risks
Patients who wish to avoid open or keyhole surgery
No external cuts or scars
Minimal pain and faster recovery
Short hospital stay – most patients can go home within 24–48 hours
High success rate for stone clearance
Suitable even for patients with bleeding disorders or obesity
The patient is given anesthesia for comfort.
A thin, flexible ureteroscope is gently inserted through the natural urinary passage.
The surgeon locates the stone and breaks it into fine particles using a laser.
The fragments are either removed or pass naturally through urine.
A small ureteral stent may be placed temporarily to ensure smooth urine flow during healing.
Recovery after RIRS is usually quick.
Patients can resume normal activities within a few days.
Drink plenty of water to help flush out any remaining particles.
Follow-up visits help ensure complete recovery and stone clearance.
At VSH Superspeciality Hospital, our team of expert Urologists combines years of clinical experience with advanced technology to provide personalized care for every patient.
We use the latest laser and endoscopic systems to ensure precision, safety, and comfort during procedures like RIRS, PCNL, and URSL.
Our goal is simple — to help you live pain-free and prevent future kidney stone formation.
If you’ve been suffering from recurrent kidney stones or have been advised surgery, RIRS offers a gentle and effective alternative.
Talk to our Urology specialists today and find out if RIRS is right for you.
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