Tag: Kidney stones
RIRS and mini-PCNL were similarly effective for high-density pediatric kidney stones
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in UrologyProspective randomized trial comparing flexible ureterorenoscopy and mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy for pediatric renal pelvic stones under 2 cm with high density, showing comparable efficacy.
Urinary calcium-to-citrate ratio may help predict stone risk in very young children
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in PediatricsUrinary calcium-to-citrate ratio demonstrates moderate discriminatory power for kidney stone risk in infants and toddlers, with a threshold of 0.23 mg/mg indicating elevated lithogenic potential.
Swiss cohort links kidney stones to diabetes and family history
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in MedicineSKIPOGH cohort study reveals kidney stone prevalence of 5.6% in Swiss adults, with diabetes, family history, and smoking as key risk factors. Findings support lifestyle modifications for prevention.
