Surgery
Sometimes, a stone is too big come out by itself. Your doctor may have to break it up or remove it.
Shock wave lithotripsy (SWL). This is the most common treatment in the U.S. It works best for small or medium stones.
Ureteroscopy. Doctor inserts a thin, flexible scope through your ureter. If the stone is small, she can use a basket to remove it. If the stone is larger, a laser passed through the scope can break it up.