Outcomes and predictors of success after extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy for renal stones: a retrospective study.
OBJECTIVE Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) is a first-line treatment for renal stones, yet outcomes are variable. This study aimed to identify predictors of stone clearance, complications, and number of treatment sessions in patients undergoing ESWL for kidney stones. PATIENTS AND METHODS We conducted a r...