Ureteric Stones: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
A clear guide to ureteric stones, covering symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options to relieve pain and clear the blockage.
Treatment usually begins with
Specialist Assessment
Imaging & Urine Tests
Medical Expulsive Therapy
Ureteroscopy
Small ureteric stones often pass with medication, while larger or stuck stones are cleared with ureteroscopy.
You may need this evaluated if...
A ureteric stone evaluation is recommended when these signs appear:
- Sudden, severe pain radiating from the back to the groin
- Blood in the urine
- Frequent urge to urinate
- Nausea with pain episodes
Ureteric stones are effectively treated, and most patients get lasting relief with the right procedure.
What is Ureteric Stones?
A ureteric stone is a kidney stone that has moved into the ureter, the tube carrying urine from the kidney to the bladder, often causing sudden and severe pain.
Sudden Onset
Pain typically starts suddenly and can be severe.
Location Matters
Where the stone sits in the ureter affects the likelihood of natural passage.
May Cause Blockage
A lodged stone can block urine flow and affect kidney function.
Effectively Treatable
Most stones are cleared with medication or a minimally invasive procedure.
Common Symptoms
- Severe, colicky pain from the back to the groin
- Blood in the urine
- Frequent or urgent need to urinate
- Nausea and vomiting
What Increases Your Risk
A combination of medical, lifestyle and age-related factors can increase the likelihood of this condition.
How It Is Diagnosed
A structured assessment confirms the diagnosis and helps guide the right treatment plan.
Urine Tests
Check for blood and signs of infection.
Ultrasound
Detects blockage and kidney swelling caused by the stone.
CT Scan
Precisely locates the stone and measures its size.
Kidney Function Tests
Assess whether the blockage is affecting kidney function.
Treatment Approaches
Medical Care
- Medical expulsive therapy to help the stone pass
- Pain relief medication
- Increased fluid intake
- Straining urine to catch and analyse the passed stone
Surgical Care
Ureteroscopy (URSL) removes stones that don't pass on their own, using a thin scope passed through the natural urinary passage without any incision.
Treatment decisions are based on symptoms, test results, stone or condition size and overall health, not a single test.
Know When to Act
Recognising these signs early and acting promptly is important for the best outcome.
Book an Assessment
Schedule a consultation for a routine evaluation or ongoing symptoms.
- Ongoing flank pain needing evaluation
- Stone confirmed on imaging without relief
Seek Urgent Care
Call for emergency care immediately if you notice any of the following.
- Severe pain with fever or chills
- No urine output
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