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Lithotripsy for kidney stones
General Information Lithotripsy is a non-invasive alternative to surgery for the treatment of kidney stones. It uses carefully focused, high-energy shock waves to disintegrate the kidney stones. Once the sto...read more
Nephrotic syndrome: causes, signs and symptoms
General Information Nephrotic syndrome is a condition characterised by abnormally high levels of protein in the urine (proteinuria). This syndrome is a common clinical feature of a variety of diseases that a...read more
What causes kidney stones?
General information The kidneys are bean shaped organs located under the ribs, in the middle of the back. The kidneys are responsible for the excretion of waste substances, the regulation of salts and remova...read more
