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How are kidney stones formed ??What methods would be suggested for the removal of kidney stones.

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Stones are formed from accumulation of mineral substances filtered by the kidneys during the formation of the urine.

Treatment includes fragmenting the stones into smaller bits by shock waves or ultra sound to facilitate its passage in urine by using a lithotripler, endoscopic removal of stones; and surgical removal of stones.

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