[Agreed terminology--a criterion of objective assessment of the results of extracorporeal shock-wave lithotripsy].
The decision on administration of extracorporeal shock-wave lithotripsy for uroliths should be based on the clinical picture, physicochemical properties of the urolith and anatomofunctional state of the kidneys and upper urinary tracts. Information about the treatment conducted should be maximally complete and significant as this allows objective interpretation of the treatment results and design of further treatment. Usage of agreed terminology facilitates the analysis of the protocols, guidelines and assessment of treatment results in clinic and prophylactic centers.
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D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008096:Lithotripsy; D008297:Male