Simacai Regional General Hospital masters the technique of endoscopic laser lithotripsy of bladder stones

Simacai Regional General Hospital has mastered the technique of endoscopic laser lithotripsy of bladder stones thanks to the professional support from doctors of Hanoi Medical University Hospital.

Endoscopic image of bladder stone

Cystoscopy lithotripsy is a technique that uses laser energy inserted through the urethra to break up the stones. The doctor will then remove the fragments of the stones. This is a modern, highly effective method of treating bladder stones.

Laser endoscopic bladder stone lithotripsy has many outstanding advantages such as: effective stone cleaning, no pain for the patient, no scarring, short hospital stay, cost savings after lithotripsy, quick recovery for the patient, return to daily work.

Doctors at Simacai Regional General Hospital were transferred the technique of endoscopic laser lithotripsy of bladder stones by doctors at Hanoi Medical University Hospital.

To date, Simacai Regional General Hospital has successfully treated 5 patients with this advanced method.

The successful implementation of this technique at Si Ma Cai Regional General Hospital contributes to improving the quality of medical examination and treatment at the hospital, helping people in the Si Ma Cai highlands enjoy high-quality medical services right in their locality.

Simacai District People's Committee signed a cooperation agreement with Hanoi Medical University Hospital.

Previously, in January 2024, the People's Committee of Simacai district signed a cooperation agreement with Hanoi Medical University Hospital, opening up opportunities for cooperation and receiving comprehensive medical support from the leading central hospital for a remote hospital with many difficulties.

In addition to the laser lithotripsy method, Simacai Regional General Hospital has been transferred many other advanced methods by Hanoi Medical University Hospital such as: hemorrhoid surgery using the Furguson method, suture suspension; inguinal hernia surgery using the Lichtenstein method; negative pressure pleurodesis, anal fistula surgery; non-invasive mechanical ventilation and routine cytology testing...

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