Ureterotomy is a surgical procedure performed to remove stones from the ureter, a tube that carries urine from the kidneys to the bladder. The term "ureterotomy" is often used in medical circles, but there are other synonyms that refer to the same procedure. Some of these synonyms include "ureterolithotomy," "ureterolithiasis surgery," and "ureteroscopic lithotripsy." Ureterotomy is commonly performed under general anesthesia, and the surgeon makes an incision in the ureter to remove the stone. This procedure may also involve the use of a ureteroscope and laser to break up the stone into smaller pieces that can be more easily removed from the body.