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A new FDA-approved device uses gentle sound waves to break kidney stones into tiny fragments without anesthesia or damaging tissue. The breakthrough could move kidney stone treatment from operating rooms to doctor's offices.
Professional darts player Gian van Veen is set to compete in Berlin just days after undergoing surgery to remove kidney stones. His determination to return despite low energy and ongoing recovery is inspiring fans across the sport.
Swiss researchers have transformed sawdust and a mineral found in kidney stones into fire-resistant building panels that are stronger, lighter, and fully recyclable. The breakthrough could give new life to millions of tons of lumber industry waste while making buildings safer.
Canadian researchers created tiny magnetic robots that dissolve kidney stones without surgery, shrinking them 30% in just five days. This breakthrough could spare millions from painful procedures and months of medication.