Kidney Stones Treatment in Leeds

Kidney stones are a common urological condition and can cause severe pain, urinary symptoms, recurrent infections, and, in some cases, damage to the kidney. At Urology Care, Mr Grigorios Kyriazis offers expert assessment and treatment for patients with kidney stones at Spire Leeds Hospital and Spire Methley Park Hospital.

Mr Kyriazis is a Consultant Urological Surgeon with extensive experience in the management of kidney stone disease, including minimally invasive and robotic techniques.

Kidney stones are hard deposits that form within the kidneys from minerals and salts present in the urine. Stones can vary considerably in size, ranging from tiny crystals to larger stones that may obstruct the urinary tract.

Common types of kidney stones include:

• Calcium stones
• Uric acid stones
• Infection (struvite) stones
• Cystine stones

Symptoms may include:

• Severe pain in the back or side (renal colic)
• Pain radiating to the groin or testicle
• Blood in the urine (haematuria)
• Nausea and vomiting
• Urinary tract infections
• Burning or discomfort on passing urine
• Frequent urination
• Fever and chills (which may indicate infection and require urgent medical attention)

Some kidney stones cause no symptoms and are discovered incidentally during imaging.

You should seek specialist assessment if you experience:

• Recurrent kidney stones
• Persistent pain
• Blood in the urine
• Recurrent urinary tract infections
• A known kidney stone requiring monitoring
• A family history of stone disease
• Concerns regarding prevention of future stones

Assessment may include:

• Detailed medical history and examination
• Urine testing
• Blood tests
• Ultrasound scan
• CT scan of the kidneys, ureters and bladder (CT KUB)

These investigations help determine the size, location and composition of the stone and guide treatment.

Treatment depends on the size and location of the stone, the severity of symptoms, and the patient's overall health.

Many small stones pass spontaneously with conservative treatment.

For larger or symptomatic stones, treatment options include:

A minimally invasive procedure performed using a fine telescope passed through the urinary tract to fragment and remove stones using laser technology.

Shockwaves are used externally to break stones into smaller fragments that can be passed naturally.

A keyhole procedure used for larger or complex kidney stones.

In selected complex cases, robotic surgery may be recommended.

Patients with recurrent stone disease may benefit from metabolic assessment and dietary advice to reduce the risk of future stone formation.

Recommendations may include:

• Increasing fluid intake
• Dietary modification
• Weight management
• Specific medications where appropriate

Mr Kyriazis offers:

• Consultant-led kidney-stone assessment
• Detailed review of CT and ultrasound imaging
• Extensive experience in ureteroscopy and laser treatment
• Individualised advice about observation or intervention
• Investigation of recurrent stone formation
• Private clinics at Spire Leeds and Spire Methley Park
• Continuity from initial consultation through treatment and follow-up

If you are experiencing symptoms related to kidney stones or would like a specialist opinion, appointments can be arranged through:

Email: jo.gray@jgss.co.uk

Telephone: 07951 940 194

Alternatively, appointments can be booked online via the Spire Healthcare website.

Most stones do not cause permanent damage when managed appropriately. However, prolonged obstruction, severe infection or repeated stones can affect kidney function. Follow-up imaging may be needed even after pain has resolved.

Adequate hydration is important, but forcing very large volumes of fluid during severe renal colic does not necessarily make a blocked stone pass and can worsen discomfort. Follow the advice given after assessment.

You may see or feel the stone pass, but symptoms can sometimes settle while the stone remains present. Follow-up imaging may be recommended to confirm passage and resolution of obstruction.

Yes. Recurrence is common, but appropriate fluid, dietary and metabolic advice can reduce the risk.

Yes. Mr Kyriazis offers second opinions regarding observation, ureteroscopy, recurrent stones and stones associated with obstruction or infection. Please arrange access to your previous scan images and reports.