Kidney stones are a common urological condition that can cause significant discomfort and complications if not treated effectively. When conservative treatments fail or when stones are too large to pass naturally, surgery becomes a necessary option. Surgical interventions, while often successful in alleviating pain and removing stones, carry potential risks and complications that patients should be aware of. Dr. Abhijit Gokhale, a seasoned urologist with over 25 years of experience in kidney stone treatment, emphasises the importance of understanding these risks. Based in Shivajinagar, Pune