Kidney stones can cause intense pain by obstructing the urinary tract. Shockwave lithotripsy (SWL) and laser ureteroscopy (URS) are two treatment interventions employed to fragment stones into small pieces (<=4mm), facilitating their natural passage out of the body. This Decision Engine program recommends the optimal treatment option for patients by analyzing their characteristics relative to 17,242 patient treatments [
pdf]. An example of a filled out form and the subsequent results is shown here [
pdf]. Predictions are for informational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical advice.