A ureteroscope reaches the stone directly and a holmium laser breaks it into fragments - performed under general anaesthetic, usually as a day case. No GP referral needed.
Performed personally by Mr Maneesh GheiConsultant Urological Surgeon · GMC 5208045
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142 verified reviewsUreteroscopy with holmium laser lithotripsy treats kidney stones through a scope passed via the urethra, taking 45 minutes to an hour under general anaesthetic, with same-day discharge for most patients.
Or it is causing pain, infection or other complications.
This procedure reaches stones directly, regardless of their composition.
It is appropriate for most stone types and locations within the kidney or ureter.
A non-invasive treatment using shock waves, best suited to stones under 2cm in the kidney or upper ureter, performed as an outpatient without anaesthesia.
Recommended for large or complex stones, or when other treatments have failed - highly effective but requires hospitalisation and a longer recovery.
Fees depend on your case and whether a stent is required. Every cost is set out and agreed before you decide anything.
Most patients are seen within a few days for imaging and an assessment with Mr Ghei.
The ureteroscope locates the stone and a holmium laser breaks it into fragments, usually within an hour.
If a stent was placed, it is removed at a short follow-up appointment once healing is confirmed.
Mr Ghei is a consultant urological surgeon with a specialist focus on prostate diagnosis and treatment. He holds a Research MD from University College London and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons.
In his NHS role he is Cancer Lead and Academic Lead at Whittington Hospital London - one of a small number of consultant urologists in the UK to hold both positions. Every private patient is cared for by Mr Ghei personally, from first appointment through to any treatment that follows.
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