Medical Management
for Kidney & Ureteric Stones

Can Kidney Stones Be Treated Without Surgery?

Can Kidney Stones Be Treated Without Surgery? Yes. Not every kidney or ureteric stone requires immediate surgical intervention. Many small stones, especially those measuring less than 5–7 mm, can pass naturally through the urinary tract with appropriate medical treatment, adequate hydration, and close clinical monitoring. This approach, known as Medical Expulsive Therapy (MET), is recommended only for carefully selected patients based on the size, location, and characteristics of the stone.

Patients with small urinary stones may experience symptoms such as intermittent flank pain, blood in the urine (hematuria), burning during urination, increased urinary frequency, or mild discomfort while passing urine. With timely medical care and proper pain management, many patients are able to pass the stone naturally without the need for surgery or other invasive procedures.