Gaelic Meaning: 1  The name Galen is a Gaelic baby name. In Gaelic the meaning of the name Galen is: Tranquil. 2  The name Galen is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Galen is: Tranquil. 3  The name Galen is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Galen is: Tranquil. For 1500 years accepted medical practices were based on the research of 2nd century physician Galen.
Surgery Overview. In open surgery to remove kidney stones, the surgeon uses an incision in the person's abdomen or side to reach the kidney and remove the stones. He or she then puts a small tube (catheter) near the kidney to drain urine until the kidney heals. What To Expect After Surgery.
Kidney stones, also known as renal lithiasis, are mineral deposits usually made of calcium, struvite, uric acid or cysteine. They are created in your kidneys. Symptoms of kidney stones in women include: -Severe back pain below the ribs. -Pain with urination. -Nausea and vomiting.-More frequent urination than typical. Anyone who has ever had kidney stones will tell you they can be extremely painful. You are unlikely to feel symptoms until the stone leaves the kidney, according to the Mayo Clinic. Treatment for kidney stones in women: Kidney stones are unlikely to leave lasting damage, but you could need for surgery if a large one gets lodged in your kidney. Other treatment options are the use of extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL), or sound waves, to break up the stones, or using a scope to remove them.