Kidney stone disease, also known as
urolithiasis, is when a solid piece of material develops in the urinary tract.
Topics covered includes: Signs and symptoms, Risk factors, Calcium oxalate,
Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, Imaging studies, Dietary measures, Urine
alkalinization, Diuretics, Allopurinol, Pain management, Medical expulsive
therapy, Lithotripsy and Surgery.
This guideline describes managing and assessing
renal and ureteric stones. It aims to improve the detection, clearance and
prevention of stones, so reducing pain and anxiety, and improving quality of
life.
Author(s): National Center for
Biotechnology Information, U.S
Kidney stone disease, also known as
urolithiasis, is when a solid piece of material develops in the urinary tract.
Topics covered includes: Signs and symptoms, Risk factors, Calcium oxalate,
Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, Imaging studies, Dietary measures, Urine
alkalinization, Diuretics, Allopurinol, Pain management, Medical expulsive
therapy, Lithotripsy and Surgery.