A 0.4 cm stone is blocking the outlet of the renal pelvis, causing mild to moderate obstruction. Which technique would be chosen to remove it?
Correct answer C. Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy
Explanation
Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy uses focused shock waves from outside the body to break small kidney stones into fragments that pass out in the urine, avoiding surgery.
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