I have a 9mm kidney stone and I'm trying to decide between RIRS and ureteroscopy which one would be better for my case? I'm a bit confused about the pros and cons of each procedure

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Dr Kamran Mohammed

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For a 9mm kidney stone, RIRS (Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery) is generally preferred over ureteroscopy (URS) because it's more effective and minimally invasive for stones located in the kidney itself. While both are effective, RIRS is often favored for larger or more complex stones in the kidney, while URS is more commonly used for stones in the ureter.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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