Dr. Aviral Srivastava · Urologist · 4 min read
RIRS stands for Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery. It is an advanced minimally invasive procedure used to treat kidney stones without making large cuts on the body.
A thin flexible scope is passed through:
A laser is then used to break stones into fine particles.
The procedure is completely endoscopic.
Most patients recover quickly.
Compared to traditional surgery.
Many patients can go home within a short period.
RIRS is useful for:
A temporary DJ stent is often placed to help urine drainage and healing. It is usually removed later.
Like all surgeries, RIRS has potential risks such as:
However, it is generally considered a safe and effective procedure.
RIRS has revolutionized kidney stone treatment by allowing effective stone removal with minimal pain and faster recovery.
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