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At Charak Hospital, our expert urologists specialize in laser kidney stone removal, PCNL, and ureteroscopy. Most patients experience same-day or next-day discharge with minimal pain and rapid return to normal life.
Common signs of kidney stones include:
Sudden, intense colicky pain in the back or lower abdomen, often radiating to the groin area — typically worse when the stone moves through the ureter.
Painful urination (dysuria), urgency, frequency, and cloudy or blood-tinged urine — indicating inflammation in the urinary tract.
Nausea, vomiting, fever (if infection is present), and general malaise — require immediate medical evaluation.
⚠️ Seek immediate care if experiencing severe pain, inability to urinate, fever with pain, or signs of kidney infection.
Understanding what caused your stone helps prevent recurrence.
Insufficient fluid intake concentrates urine, promoting mineral crystallization — the #1 preventable cause. Adequate hydration dissolves minerals and maintains urine flow.
Excessive sodium increases urinary calcium; high animal protein raises uric acid levels. Both increase stone formation risk.
Family history of stones increases personal risk by 2-3x. Men aged 30-50 are most commonly affected.
Gout, hyperparathyroidism, chronic diarrhea, recurrent UTIs, and metabolic disorders predispose to stone formation.
Common Stone Types & Causes
At Charak Hospital, we use state-of-the-art diagnostic tools for accurate evaluation and surgical planning.
Non-contrast CT (NCCT) is highly accurate, showing stone size, location, density, and any complications. Essential for surgical planning.
Identifies mineral composition, signs of infection (pyuria, bacteriuria), and renal function status — critical for treatment safety.
Quick, non-invasive imaging useful for screening, follow-up, and pregnant patients. Less sensitive than CT but no radiation.
Identifies stone recurrence risk factors — supersaturation, low citrate, high calcium/oxalate/uric acid — guides prevention strategy.
We offer personalized treatment based on stone characteristics, patient factors, and clinical presentation.
For small stones (<6mm) without obstruction or infection: aggressive hydration (2-3L/day), pain management, and urate-lowering agents. Stone passage rate: 70-90% within 4 weeks.
Endoscopic removal of stones <20mm in ureter or lower pole of kidney using holmium laser. Minimally invasive, same-day discharge, 90%+ stone-free rate.
Non-invasive fragmentation of stones using shock waves. Best for stones 15-25mm with low density. Outpatient procedure but may require repeat sessions.
Gold standard for large stones (>25mm), complex staghorn calculi, or dense stones. Percutaneous tract allows direct stone access. Requires 2-3 days hospitalization.
Our urologists, Dr. Kanishk Dokania and Dr. Shailendra Pratap Singh, are fellowship-trained specialists with 15+ years of experience in kidney stone management. They use advanced minimally invasive techniques to ensure superior outcomes and rapid recovery.
Fellowship-trained specialists with 15+ years experience in stone management and minimally invasive urology.
Holmium laser, flexible ureteroscopes, HD endoscopy, and latest PCNL equipment — ensuring superior outcomes.
Most laser procedures allow same-day or next-day discharge — minimize hospital stay and cost.
On-site imaging, urinalysis, and blood tests — fast diagnosis and treatment planning.
Laser ureteroscopy ₹35,000-₹55,000 | PCNL ₹60,000-₹1,00,000. Cashless with Ayushman Bharat & insurance.
All procedures delivered under NABH accreditation standards — consistent quality and patient safety.
Expected recovery milestones and when to resume normal activities.
📍 Charak Hospital & Research Centre, Hardoi Road, near Safaid Masjid, Dubagga, Lucknow – 226003.
Serving patients from Lucknow, Hardoi, Sitapur, Unnao, Barabanki and across Uttar Pradesh.
Specialized urology care from fellowship-trained urologists with 15+ years of experience.
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