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What are the disadvantages of the laser kidney stone removal procedure?

I have kidney stones and want to get rid of them. What are the disadvantages of the laser kidney stone removal procedure?

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This procedure is done to brake kidney stones, it can cause irritation, pain with urination, fatigue, blood in urine, etc you need to consult your specialist for further information

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Luz A López , md
Ohana Kids & Family Kare
When kidney stones are pulverized using a laser, the remnants of the stone still need to leave the body.  It is possible that a remnant will cause pain as it moves from the kidney to the bladder.  A remnant may also get stuck as it moves from the kidney to the bladder.  Unfortunately, just because you get rid of the kidney stones you currently have, there is no guarantee that you will not form more in the future. 
Minimal side effects.