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“PCNL” A New Method for Treating Kidney Stones Using Percutaneous Endoscopy

When discussing stones in the human body, the most commonly mentioned are gallstones and urinary stones. Although both are types of stones, their formation mechanisms differ, requiring treatment by specialists in different medical fields. This article explores a new and improved method for treating kidney stones, known as PCNL (Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy), or kidney stone surgery using percutaneous endoscopy. Urinary tract stones are a common condition, with kidney stones being the most frequently found, followed by ureteral stones, bladder stones, and urethral stones, respectively. In Thailand, the incidence of stone disease is higher in the northern and northeastern regions. It is observed that the occurrence of stones is 2-3 times more common in men than in women.

Unveiling the Prevalence of Urinary Tract Stones

Urinary tract stones, also known as urolithiasis or kidney stones, are a prevalent urological condition that affects millions of people globally. This comprehensive article aims to provide you for understanding of urinary tract stones, including their causes, symptoms, diagnostic methods, and various treatment options. What Are Urinary Tract Stones? Urinary tract stones are solid crystalline structures that form within the urinary system, which includes the kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder, and urethra. These stones can vary in size and composition, ranging from tiny to large size like golf ball-sized structures.

Understanding Gallstones: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

What are Gallstones? Gallstones, also known as choleliths, are a condition arising from the accumulation of substances within the gallbladder. These substances harden and form stones within the gallbladder, leading to the development of gallstones. Patients with this condition may experience symptoms such as abdominal discomfort, bloating, and recurring abdominal pain, especially after consuming fatty foods. While some cases may be asymptomatic, others exhibit noticeable symptoms. Gallstones are treatable through surgical removal of both the gallbladder and the stones. The abnormality of the gallbladder often stems from inflammation, which can be triggered by various factors such as infection, trauma, or the presence of polyps. However, the primary cause of gallbladder inflammation, accounting for around 95% of cases, is the formation of gallstones.

“Prostate cancer” The silent threat to middle-aged men. Early detection leads to successful treatment.

Prostate cancer is a common type of cancer and is the fourth most frequently diagnosed cancer among Thai men, particularly the elderly. Most patients are between 60 and 79 years old. Therefore, elderly men should undergo screening for prostate cancer to help prevent its development.

You can still have children after a vasectomy! Introducing minimally invasive vasectomy reversal using a microscope.

Many men choose a vasectomy as a permanent form of birth control, but circumstances can change. Fortunately, vasectomy reversal provides an opportunity for men to restore their fertility. Using advanced techniques , such as no-scalpel vasectomy reversal with a microscope, this procedure reconnects the vas deferens, allowing sperm to pass through once again.