Midwest Stone Management provides both fixed site and transportable lithotripter systems. Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) is a non-surgical technique for the removal of kidney stones. The lithotripters use fluoroscopy (motion picture x-ray) for stone visualization and localization. The lithotripters then utilize shockwave technology delivered through an in-unit column of water next to which the patient is positioned. The “firing” of the shockwaves can be controlled to coordinate with the patient’s cardiac cycle if deemed necessary. It typically takes 35-45 minutes of treatment and up to 2,000 or more shocks to crumble the stone into particles small enough to pass through the urinary system.

Midwest Stone Management has performed over 132,000 lithotripsy procedures since 1986 making our organization one of the oldest and most experienced providers of shock wave lithotripsy services in the entire country.

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