The first, installed in 1985, has treated over 15,000 patients so far. The second, the Piezo-electric lithotripter, has the added advantage of using ultrasound and x-ray guidance, enabling treatment of stones which were previously inaccessible.

Lithotripsy
Years No. of Patients Years No. of Patients
1999 2,878 2005 2,968
2000 3,196 2006 3,725
2001 3,403 2007 3,609
2002 3,464 2008 3,731
2003 3,764 2009 4,246
2004 3,844 2010 4,138