Intracorporeal Lithotripsy With the Holmium:YAG Laser

Abstract

The holmium:YAG laser has demonstrated its efficacy as a method of intracorporeal lithotripsy. Advantages include ability to fragment stones of all composition, and the multipurpose, multispecialty applications of the holmium wavelength. This laser has potential soft tissue effects, and careful attention to technique during lithotripsy is required to avoid ureteral wall injury.