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Definitions for ureterolithiasis. Here are all the possible meanings and translations of the word ureterolithiasis. U.S. National Library of Medicine(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: Formation of stones in the URETER.
Lithotripsy is the use of high-energy shock waves to fragment and disintegrate kidney stones. The shock wave, created by using a high-voltage spark or an electromagnetic impulse, is focused on the stone.ithotripsy uses the technique of focused shock waves to fragment a stone in the kidney or the ureter. The patient is placed in a tub of water or in contact with a water-filled cushion, and a shock wave is created which is focused on the stone.