Mortality from extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy for kidney stone disease: Systematic review of literature from the European Association of Urology Endourology
Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) is a widely used, minimally invasive treatment for kidney stone disease (KSD) with a favorable safety profile. However, mortality associated with ESWL is rarely discussed. This systematic review aimed to evaluate the reported mortality following ESWL for KSD, identify...