Course Content
Disclaimer
This course is designed for educational purposes only. It focuses on the concepts and clinical understanding of shockwave lithotripsy. All energy settings, system limits, and device-specific protocols must be followed as per the manufacturer’s recommendations. Lithotripsy Academy does not replace hands-on training or clinical judgment. Users are responsible for applying their own expertise and adhering to local guidelines and safety standards.
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Disclaimer
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Introduction
A comprehensive overview of EAU, AUA, NICE, and IAU guidelines, combined with real-world clinical insights to support decision-making in urolithiasis management.
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Urolithiasis Guidelines Overview
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How a urologist thinks when seeing a stone patient
Understand the clinical thought process behind evaluating and managing a stone patient.
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Overview
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– Patient factor
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– Stone factor
03:43
– Anatomical factor
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– Clinical scenario
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– Available resources
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Role of Guidelines
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What is role of guidelines?
European Association of Urology (EAU) Guidelines
Explore key recommendations from EAU guidelines with access to the full official document
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EAU Guidelines 2025
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National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (NICE) – United Kingdom
Review NICE recommendations for evidence-based management of urolithiasis in clinical practice.
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NICE guidelines of Urolithiasis
09:30
International Alliance of Urolithiasis Guideline on Shockwave Lithotripsy
Understand IAU recommendations on the optimal use of shockwave lithotripsy in stone management.
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IAU Guideline on Shockwave Lithotripsy
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American Urological Association guideline on the surgical management of urolithiasis
Explore AUA recommendations for surgical management of urolithiasis in clinical practice.
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AUA guideline on the surgical management of urolithiasis
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Take home message
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What Each Guideline Emphasizes
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Take home message
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Practical ESWL Message
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Urolithiasis Guidelines Overview
About Lesson

Urolithiasis management is guided by multiple international recommendations, yet translating these guidelines into daily clinical practice remains a challenge.

This course provides a structured and practical overview of the major global guidelines, including European Association of Urology (EAU), American Urological Association (AUA), National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), and International Alliance of Urolithiasis (IAU). Rather than simply presenting recommendations, the course focuses on how these guidelines can be interpreted, compared, and applied in real clinical scenarios.

A key highlight of this course is the urologist’s perspective—understanding how experienced clinicians evaluate a stone beyond textbook definitions. This includes assessing factors such as stone size, location, density, patient profile, and clinical context to make informed treatment decisions.

You will learn how to:

  • Navigate similarities and differences across major guidelines
  • Interpret guideline recommendations in practical scenarios
  • Understand decision-making from a clinician’s point of view
  • Bridge the gap between evidence-based recommendations and real-world treatment strategies

This course is designed to help you move from knowing the guidelines to confidently applying them in clinical practice, improving both treatment selection and patient outcomes.

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