Urolithiasis is a common urological disease with an increasing prevalence and high recurrence rates, negatively affecting patients' quality of life. Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy is a frequently preferred non-invasive treatment option in appropriate cases; however, uncertainties related to the procedural process and inadequate patient information may lead to increased anxiety and a decline in quality of life. Structured patient education delivered under nurse leadership has emerged as a potential approach to mitigate these adverse effects. Nevertheless, studies evaluating the impact of structured patient education on anxiety levels and quality of life in patients undergoing extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy remain limited.
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Timeframe: Baseline (pre-procedure) and 4 weeks after discharge