RIRS Surgery Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery
What is RIRS Surgery? •
RIRS is a minimally invasive procedure to remove the stones from the kidneys, during the surgery, a type of viewing tube known as a fibre optic endoscope is passed through the kidney.
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The best aspect about the RIRS surgery is that there is no need for an incision, and the patient is given general anaesthesia.
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It is performed by the urologist to ensure the best possible care to the affected patients.
Why do Urologist perform RIRS Surgery? As RIRS surgery is minimally invasion surgery and performed without the need of external holes and cuts, urologist prefers RIRS Surgery in the following conditions to provide best possible care to avoid any complications or problem after the surgery.
Some of the conditions, when RIRS is used by the Urologist • • • • • •
Kidney stones that are too large for lithotripsy Kidney stones in children Strictures in the kidney Bleeding disorders in the kidneys Failures in other treatment methods In obese patients
What to Expect before the RIRS Surgery A retrograde intrarenal operation (RIRS) is a simple, less invasive, and less likely to cause problems. Before Surgery, patient need to undergo these tests. • • • •
Blood test X-ray KUB (Kidney, Ureter, Bladder) Pre-operative fitness from anaesthetist In some patients based on their conditions, DJ stent can be placed before the surgery to dilate the ureter and making the use of ureteroscope flexible and smooth during the surgery.
What to Expect after the RIRS Surgery After the RIRS procedure a patient can expect the following situation:
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a pee catheter would be put in the urethra to minimize the pain and issue while peeing the patient would be asked to drink a ton of liquids particularly water to pee in any event 2.5 litres consistently If every thing is ok a patient can resume normal activities the next after the surgery
Benefits of the RIRS Surgery Retrograde Intrarenal surgery (RIRS) is a unique and advanced way for treating renal stones. Some of the following benefits of the RIRS surgery: • • • • • • •
Minimally invasive The procedure is simple & quick Recovery time is reduced Less pain Less morbidity Very minimal bleeding Harmless to the renal tissue