How much does it cost to have a lithotripsy?

The price of lithotripsy surgery can be categorized into two types: in-vivo lithotripsy and ex-vivo lithotripsy, depending on the patient’s surgical procedure, different equipment, different hospitals, and other factors. If a patient undergoes extracorporeal lithotripsy, it usually costs about $1,000. Extracorporeal lithotripsy is usually performed by using shock waves outside the body to break up the stones in the organism. Extracorporeal lithotripsy is simple, short, and results in a faster recovery after the procedure. If a patient takes an in vivo lithotripsy procedure, it may cost around $2,000. In vivo lithotripsy is usually an option when extracorporeal lithotripsy fails to achieve therapeutic results or if the stone obstruction is prolonged. The price of lithotripsy surgery is usually affected by different surgical methods, different equipment, different hospitals, and other factors, so you need to go to your local hospital for consultation.