FAQ’s

Your Questions, Expert Answers


Why choose R P Stone Clinic for kidney stone treatment?

R P Stone Clinic has been providing advanced kidney stone treatment since 1991. Led by Dr. Pawan K. Gupta, a pioneer in RIRS surgery in India, the hospital offers modern minimally invasive procedures, personalized careand experienced medical expertise for the best possible treatment results.

What treatments and facilities are available at R P Stone Clinic?

R P Stone Clinic offers complete treatment for kidney stones and a wide range of urological conditions, including RIRS (Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery), PCNL, Mini PCNL, URS, laser kidney stone treatment, laparoscopic urological procedures and medical management for various urological disorders.

Our hospital offers advanced operation theatres, digital flexible ureteroscopes, Holmium Laser technology, modern diagnostic services, ultrasound facilities, comfortable patient rooms, emergency care and dedicated recovery areas.

What makes R P Stone Clinic different from other hospitals?

Our hospital combines experienced specialists, advanced technology, minimally invasive procedures and personalized care. We focus on accurate diagnosis, safe treatment, faster recovery and patient satisfaction while maintaining high standards of care. We specialize in minimally invasive procedures such as RIRS, PCNL, Mini PCNL and URS, which help reduce pain, minimize hospital stay and support faster recovery for the patients.

Is R P Stone Clinic equipped with advanced medical equipment?

Yes. The hospital is equipped with advanced facilities, including Digital Flexible Ureteroscopes, Holmium Laser technology, modern operation theatres, advanced ultrasound services and specialized endourology equipment for precise kidney stone treatment.

Does R P Stone Clinic treat international kidney stone patients?

Yes. Patients from different parts of India and abroad visit R P Stone Clinic for advanced kidney stone treatment. Our team provides complete support throughout consultation, treatment and follow-up care.

Does the hospital provide cashless treatment?

Yes. R P Stone Clinic offers cashless treatment through empanelment with leading health insurance companies and TPAs, including Star Health Insurance, Reliance General Insurance, Aditya Birla Health Insurance, Park Mediclaim TPA and Bajaj Allianz. We suggest you to check with both your insurance company and the hospital before admission to understand your coverage. However, our insurance team assists all the patients with eligibility verification, approvals and documentation.

Does R P Stone Clinic provide emergency care for kidney stone problems?

Yes. R P Stone Clinic is equipped to evaluate and manage patients with severe kidney stone pain and other urological emergencies. Our experienced team provides prompt diagnosis and appropriate treatment to help relieve pain and prevent complications.

Why is the FLEX XC1 Single-Use Videoureterorenoscope used at R P Stone Clinic?

We use the FLEX XC1 Single-Use Videoureterorenoscope from KARL STORZ, Germany for the treatment of kidney stones by RIRS because it is designed for one-time use for each patient. This helps maintain a high level of hygiene and infection control while allowing our surgeon to treat kidney stones safely and accurately.

From which areas do patients visit the R P Stone Clinic?

Over the years, R P Stone Clinic has successfully treated patients with kidney stones from Aligarh, Ambala, Amritsar, Bangalore, Bathinda, Bhiwani, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Fatehabad, Fazilka, Ganaur, Ghaziabad, Gohana, Gurugram, Haridwar, Hisar, Hoshiarpur, Jabalpur, Jagadhri, Jammu & Kashmir, Jind, Kaithal, Kapurthala, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Ludhiana, Mohali, Mussoorie, New Delhi, Noida, Panipat, Pathankot, Patiala, Rohtak, Rudrapur, Safidon, Saharanpur, Samalkha, Shamli, Sonipat, Yamunanagar, Haryana and many other parts of India and abroad for advanced kidney stone treatment and specialized urology care.

Who leads the medical team at R P Stone Clinic?

R P Stone Clinic is led by Dr. Pawan K. Gupta, a renowned urologist and one of the pioneers of Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS) in India. With more than 45 years of experience in advanced kidney stone treatment, he has successfully treated thousands of patients with kidney stones and other urological issues.

How can I book an appointment at R P Stone Clinic?

You can book an appointment by calling our hospital, sending us an email or message, filling out the online appointment form on our website or visiting the clinic directly. Our team will be happy to help you schedule a consultation at your convenience.

What is a Kidney stone?

A Kidney stone is a mass formed inside the Kidney and is composed of substances from the urine. It is a mixture of crystalline & non – crystalline material.

It could be:-

  • Calcium oxalate:- Common ( 60 % )
  • Calcium phosphate & mixed ( 20% )
  • Uric Acid ( 5 to 10 % )
  • Struvite ( 5 to 10 % )
  • Cystine (1 to 3 % )
  • Rare 3 %

Who form Kidney stones?

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  • Those who take a low fluid intake.
  • Those people who live in hot climates. This is directly related to dehydration & crystallisation in the urine.
  • Those who excrete a high amount of calcium, oxalate, uric acid & low quantities of citrate & magnesium in urine.
  • Those who consume a high intake of animal protein which increases urinary calcium, oxalate & uric acid excretion.
  • Adult men are more prone to form kidney stones (Protective effect of estrogen against stone formation in women).
  • Hyperparathyroidism, Renal tubular acidosis, Gout & Cystinuria.
  • Miscellaneous.

Do kidney stones reoccur?

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The recurrence rate is 50 % in 10 years

What are the complaints of Kidney stone patients?

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Excruciating pain in the abdomen, back & groin, pain may radiate to the genitalia on the side which bears the stone. Pain is colicky in nature & may be associated with nausea & vomiting.

  • Blood in urine
  • Difficulty in passing urine
  • Kidney stones may be silent

How to diagnose a Kidney stone?

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Spontaneous passage (Approx. 80% of stones pass out spontaneously) depending upon the size of stones. Less than 5mm stones have a higher incidence of spontaneous passage. As the size of stone increases the chances of spontaneous passage decrease.

Non-Surgical or expectant treatment for small stones ( Plenty of fluids & medicines which can facilitate spontaneous passage of small stones ) Surgical Treatment – Kidney Stones Reoccur.

What are the different types of surgical treatment available today?

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There are three main procedures available today

  • Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy
  • Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy
  • Flexible & Semirigid Ureteroscopy ( RIRS – Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery )