Question

question 8
what procedure uses shock - wave vibrations to break up kidney stones?
a cystoscopy
b pyelogram
c ureteroscopy
d extracorporeal shock - wave lithotripsy (eswl)

Explanation:

Extra - corporeal shock - wave lithotripsy (ESWL) is a non - invasive procedure that uses shock - wave vibrations to break up kidney stones. Cystoscopy is an endoscopic examination of the bladder. Pyelogram is an X - ray examination of the renal pelvis. Ureteroscopy is an endoscopic examination of the ureter.

Answer:

D. Extracorporeal shock - wave lithotripsy (ESWL)