Urolithiasis

At the “New Life” clinic, we provide services for treating bladder diseases caused by the formation of stones. These calculi are hard fragments made of foreign components, leading to a condition known as urolithiasis. This disease most commonly affects men, causing the formation of small stones with localized clustering. In women, the pathology often manifests as the development of large, solitary stones, primarily in the kidneys.

In its early stages, the disease causes noticeable discomfort, which can escalate to severe pain and difficulty urinating within weeks. At “New Life,” we utilize various methods to treat urolithiasis — from conservative therapies and physiotherapy to surgical procedures and hardware-based approaches.

If you suspect the presence of stones in your urinary system, we will conduct a thorough diagnosis using state-of-the-art medical equipment. Our highly qualified doctors, with significant achievements in medical science, will help you recover from this condition without relapses and with minimal expenses.

This condition is often linked to metabolic disorders, inefficient metabolic processes, or their reduced intensity. Urolithiasis accounts for up to 45% of all cases in urological practice, with the majority of patients being men. Hence, treating urolithiasis in men is particularly relevant due to potential complications such as:

1. Discomfort that quickly escalates into pain.
2. The risk of stones moving from the kidneys through the urinary tract, causing trauma.
3. The onset of acute or chronic inflammation throughout the urinary system.
4. Decreased quality of intimate life.
5. Urinary retention, leading to infections and inflammation.
6. The risk of kidney failure.

Additionally, urolithiasis significantly increases the likelihood of developing other kidney and bladder conditions. The most serious of these include urethritis, pyelonephritis, and cystitis.

Considering these risks, the doctors at “New Life” recommend seeking medical attention at the first signs of urolithiasis. To prevent complications, we advise undergoing annual check-ups and adhering to our preventive care guidelines.

To diagnose urolithiasis, urologists use both traditional methods, based on clinical examination and laboratory tests, and modern techniques involving advanced equipment. At the diagnostic department of “New Life,” you can undergo an examination either at your doctor’s recommendation or independently as a preventive measure. To confirm the presence of stones and determine the necessity of surgery, we use the following diagnostic methods:

• Overview urography.
• Excretory urography.
• Radioisotope renoscintigraphy.
• Computed tomography (CT).
• Ultrasound of the bladder and kidneys.
• Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

Our doctors also request laboratory tests, including urine cultures, blood protein analysis, general blood tests, and urine analysis.

Clinical symptoms such as renal colic, difficulties with urination, and a sensation of incomplete bladder emptying can also help confirm urolithiasis.

Urolithiasis rarely occurs spontaneously. It is typically preceded by long-term metabolic or physiological dysfunctions in the urinary system. Common causes include:

• Reduced urine acidity.
• Increased calcium levels in urine.
• Elevated uric acid levels in the blood.
• Urinary tract infections.
• Insufficient water intake.

Other contributing factors include a sedentary lifestyle, imbalances in vitamins D and C, the mineral composition of drinking water, and overconsumption of protein-rich foods.

The doctors at “New Life” can help eliminate these and other risk factors by conducting preventive care and a thorough diagnosis of your body. At the slightest suspicion of urolithiasis, you will receive a personalized treatment plan tailored to your physiological characteristics.

Conservative methods are used only at the early stages and for certain types of stones. In cases of advanced urolithiasis, medication can only alleviate symptoms and reduce the risk of complications.

Surgical treatment is more commonly required, and we offer the following procedures:

• Ultrasonic stone fragmentation.
• Contact lithotripsy.

These treatments are performed carefully, without complications or lengthy recovery periods, using certified methods and tools.