Kidney stones

Kidney stones are calculi in the calyces, pelvis and ureteropelvic junction. Most lie in the pelvis and calyces; parenchymal stones are rare. Plain films show single or multiple round, ovoid or blunt triangular opacities, dense and uniform, mostly smooth but sometimes mulberry-like. The kidney is the main site of urinary stones; ureteral stones almost always originate there, and kidney stones damage the kidney most directly, so early diagnosis and treatment are vital.

Common Symptoms

Calculus; dull pain; anuria; renal percussion tenderness; renal crystals; urgent urination; male lower abdominal pain; abdominal wall tension; hesitancy

Causes

Large oxalate accumulation is one cause; spinach, beans, grapes, cocoa, tea, oranges, tomato, potato, plums and bamboo shoots are high-oxalate foods. Other factors include high calcium, hyperuricemia and dehydration.

Treatment

Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, surgery, medication

Prevention

Drink enough water, limit high-oxalate and high-purine foods, and treat underlying metabolic disease.

Recommended Department

It is recommended to visit the urology department; before the visit you may first book an appointment and connect with experts through this platform.

Warm reminder: The above information is provided for health education reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek care at a regular hospital in time.