19/02/2026
Case today: From failed medical exam to fit for sea duty β This seafarer underwent Shockwave Lithotripsy for kidney stones after ultrasound detection. Non-invasive, no incisionβhelping achieve a stone-free kidney required for medical clearance. π―
Treatment success varies from 60-90% for urinary and kidney stones. This is the non-invasive and the safest option for active management of urinary / kidney / Ureteral stones.
***Shock wave lithotripsy (SWL) is a non-surgical way to treat small stones in the kidney, ureter, and bladder. It uses high energy shock waves to break the stones into tiny pieces / granules that can be flushed out with urine. The procedure is quick, painless, and effective. It can be done as an outpatient and does not require hospital stay.