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What is a major disadvantage of lithotripsy mentioned in the text?
What is a major disadvantage of lithotripsy mentioned in the text?
- Limited access to stones in the middle third of the ureter
- Requirement for fasting before the procedure
- Difficulty in identifying each individual stone piece after fragmentation (correct)
- High cost associated with treatment
How are shock-wave sources typically arranged in kidney stone treatment systems?
How are shock-wave sources typically arranged in kidney stone treatment systems?
- Below the structures supporting the patient (correct)
- Inside the patient's body
- Above the patient
- On the sides of the patient
What feature enables precise positioning of the patient during lithotripsy?
What feature enables precise positioning of the patient during lithotripsy?
- Intravenous contrast injection
- Manual patient repositioning
- Use of sedation
- Motorized patient table (correct)
Why is it difficult to view stones in certain areas during lithotripsy?
Why is it difficult to view stones in certain areas during lithotripsy?
What is a drawback associated with combining ultrasonography and fluoroscopy for stone localization?
What is a drawback associated with combining ultrasonography and fluoroscopy for stone localization?
How does a table with a patient being moved aid in lithotripsy treatment?
How does a table with a patient being moved aid in lithotripsy treatment?
What is the typical range of shocks administered during ESWL treatment?
What is the typical range of shocks administered during ESWL treatment?
How long does it typically take for the fragments from the stone to pass down the ureter after ESWL treatment?
How long does it typically take for the fragments from the stone to pass down the ureter after ESWL treatment?
What is the recommended daily urine output for patients after ESWL treatment?
What is the recommended daily urine output for patients after ESWL treatment?
After how many initial shocks does haematuria (blood in urine) typically occur in patients undergoing ESWL treatment?
After how many initial shocks does haematuria (blood in urine) typically occur in patients undergoing ESWL treatment?
What is the pressure of the initial short compressive front in a typical shockwave used in ESWL treatment?
What is the pressure of the initial short compressive front in a typical shockwave used in ESWL treatment?
Where does impedance mismatch occur leading to reflection of shockwaves in lithotripsy?
Where does impedance mismatch occur leading to reflection of shockwaves in lithotripsy?
What percentage of urinary stones are comprised of calcium salts, specifically calcium oxalate or calcium phosphate?
What percentage of urinary stones are comprised of calcium salts, specifically calcium oxalate or calcium phosphate?
Which substance comprises about 20% of urinary stones and is usually associated with infections?
Which substance comprises about 20% of urinary stones and is usually associated with infections?
In lithotripsy, what is the primary mechanism used to break down kidney stones?
In lithotripsy, what is the primary mechanism used to break down kidney stones?
What factor plays a crucial role in determining the type of surgical intervention in kidney stone treatment?
What factor plays a crucial role in determining the type of surgical intervention in kidney stone treatment?
Which complication can arise if urinary stones are left untreated and lead to renal failure?
Which complication can arise if urinary stones are left untreated and lead to renal failure?
What is the primary reason surgery is considered in kidney stone treatment when stones are unlikely to pass out?
What is the primary reason surgery is considered in kidney stone treatment when stones are unlikely to pass out?
