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See Latest ArticlesIs SWL safe and effective? Good research is lacking
Urology Times, 10/09/08
Preminger GM - Shock wave lithotripsy is still a marvelous advance in the management of stones, and it is still a highly effective and safe way to treat patients, but it's not for everybody. This technology has to be used judiciously and additional studies should be performed to better define the best treatment for each patient and how tissue injury can be minimised and outcomes can be maximised.
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