RIRS – Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery

Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS) is a minimally invasive technique used for the management of kidney stones. The procedure allows the urologist to access the kidney through the natural urinary passage using a specialised flexible instrument. Stones can then be treated according to their size, location and clinical requirements. 

Dr. Ankush Sharma provides evaluation and treatment guidance for patients with kidney stones. The assessment may include understanding symptoms, previous stone episodes and medical history. Investigations may be advised to identify the size and location of the stone and help determine a suitable treatment approach. 

Treatment planning depends on several factors, including: 

• Size of the kidney stone  

• Location of the stone  

• Number of stones  

• Severity of symptoms  

• Presence of urinary obstruction  

• Previous history of stones  

• Overall health of the patient  

Depending on the individual condition, RIRS may be considered as a minimally invasive approach for selected kidney stones. The appropriate procedure is decided after clinical evaluation and investigation. 

When Should You Consult a Urologist? 

Medical consultation may be appropriate if you experience: 

• Persistent pain in the back or side  

• Blood in the urine  

• Recurrent kidney stones  

• Difficulty passing urine  

• Repeated urinary symptoms  

• Nausea or vomiting associated with stone symptoms  

• Fever with urinary symptoms  

Early evaluation can help identify the stone characteristics and determine an appropriate management approach. 

Consult Dr. Ankush Sharma at Uro Health Care Hospital, Ambala, for kidney stone evaluation and personalised treatment guidance.