Scientific Programme Topics

MAIN TOPICS OF THE MEETING

Epidemiology of stone disease

Pathogenesis of stone disease

Medical and dietary treatments based on the chemical composition of stones

Endourological treatment of stone disease

• Ureteroscopic laser lithotripsy
• Percutaneous stone surgery

ESWL (Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy)

Recent advances and new modalities in treatment

Stone disease and patient quality of life

Economic burden of stone disease (depending on treatment modalities)

Effects of stone disease treatment on the environment (carbon footprint)