Electrohydraulic lithotripsy system

An electrohydraulic lithotripsy system is a medical assembly designed to break down stones located within the urinary tract, including the kidneys, ureters, and bladder. These systems utilize a probe that generates plasma-induced shock waves to fracture calculi into smaller, manageable pieces for removal.

These devices function by delivering energy pulses through a saline-irrigated probe to create hydraulic shock waves at the center of the stone. Users should note that these systems are intended for intracorporeal use and are typically paired with surgical instruments like stone baskets or graspers to extract the fragmented material.