lithotriptor

Noun

Meaning

An instrument for triturating the stone in the bladder; a lithotrite.

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Lithotripsy A lithotriptor machine is seen in an operating room ; other equipment is seen in the background, including an anesthesia machine and a mobile fluoroscopic system (or "C-arm"). Source: Internet

Hematoma rates may be related to the type of lithotriptor used; hematoma rates of less than 1% and up to 13% have been reported for different lithotriptor machines. Source: Internet

Non-invasive treatment The lithotriptor attempts to break up the stone with minimal collateral damage by using an externally applied, focused, high-intensity acoustic pulse. Source: Internet

The first generation lithotriptor known as the Dornier HM3 (Human Model 3), has a half ellipsoid -shaped piece that opens toward the patient. Source: Internet

The lithotriptor uses sonic pressure waves which are stronger than those caused by most handgun bullets, yet it produces no damage to soft tissues whatsoever. Source: Internet

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