Question

which medical procedure is often used to treat large kidney stones that cannot pass naturally?
laparoscopic surgery
radiation
lithotripsy
endoscopy

Explanation:

Lithotripsy is a medical procedure that uses shock waves to break large kidney stones into smaller pieces, which can then pass more easily. Laparoscopic surgery is more general for abdominal procedures. Radiation is mainly for cancer treatment. Endoscopy is for visual inspection of internal organs.

Answer:

C. Lithotripsy