Predicting the risk of kidney stone formation in the nephron by ‘reverse engineering’
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DOI: 10.1007/s00240-019-01172-8
Abstract: Although most kidney stones are found in the calyx, they are usually initiated upstream in the nephron by precipitation there of certain incipient mineral phases. The risk of kidney stone formation can thus be indicated… read more here.
Keywords: stone formation; kidney stone; reverse engineering; risk kidney ... See more keywords
Analysis of stones formed in the human gall bladder and kidney using advanced spectroscopic techniques
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DOI: 10.1007/s12551-020-00697-2
Abstract: Stone diseases (gallstones and kidney stones) are extremely painful and often cause death. The prime aim of biomedical research in this area has been determination of factors resulting in stone formation inside the gallbladder and… read more here.
Keywords: stone; stone formation; using advanced; spectroscopy ... See more keywords
Case report: Ampicillin-induced stone formation causing bilateral ureteral obstruction during pelvic surgery
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DOI: 10.1016/j.eucr.2019.100851
Abstract: Numerous medications can predispose patients to stone formation. Some induce metabolic changes that alter urine chemistries, such as topiramate, which can cause a mixed renal tubular acidosis. Others or their breakdown products form stones composed… read more here.
Keywords: ampicillin; ureteral obstruction; obstruction; stone formation ... See more keywords
Intra uterine device migrating into the bladder with stone formation
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DOI: 10.1016/j.eucr.2021.101918
Abstract: An intrauterine device (IUD) perforating the uterus and bladder and creating a nidus for stone formation is rarely described in the international literature. A 50-year-old woman was referred to our department for 6 months history… read more here.
Keywords: bladder stone; stone formation; stone; bladder ... See more keywords
Metabolic Work-up of Patients with Urolithiasis: Indications and Diagnostic Algorithm.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.euf.2017.03.014
Abstract: CONTEXT The incidence of urinary tract stone disease is increasing and the risk of recurrent stone formation is high. Appropriate therapeutic procedures with the aim of counteracting the progress of stone formation are highly desirable.… read more here.
Keywords: recommendation; stone formation; stone; grade recommendation ... See more keywords
Distal ureteral stone formation over migrated Hem-o-lok clip after robot-assisted partial nephrectomy
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2019.03.024
Abstract: Highlights • Foreign bodies, such as suture materials, mesh, cotton swab, Hem-o-lok clips, metallic clips, coils used for angioembolization etc. are rare causes of urinary tract stone disease.• Clinicians should be aware of the possibility… read more here.
Keywords: hem lok; partial nephrectomy; stone formation; stone ... See more keywords
Impact of Statin Intake on Kidney Stone Formation.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2018.01.029
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To determine whether statin intake affects nephrolithiasis risk, and whether higher lipid levels correlate with stone risk. Dyslipidemia is a known independent risk factor for urolithiasis, and emerging evidence suggests common biological pathways. Previous… read more here.
Keywords: statin intake; risk; stone formation; stone ... See more keywords
Safety of Cranberry: Evaluation of Evidence of Kidney Stone Formation and Botanical Drug-Interactions.
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DOI: 10.1055/a-1497-6241
Abstract: Cranberry is a popular ingredient in dietary supplements in the U. S. and is commonly used for preventing urinary tract infections. Because of its popularity in dietary supplements, the U. S. Pharmacopeial Convention has developed quality standards… read more here.
Keywords: kidney stone; cranberry; stone formation; kidney ... See more keywords
Evidence of thalattosuchian crocodylomorphs in the Portland Stone Formation (Late Jurassic) of England, and a discussion on Cretaceous teleosauroids
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DOI: 10.1080/08912963.2019.1709453
Abstract: ABSTRACT We report the first definite specimen of a thalattosuchian crocodylomorph from the Portland Stone Formation of England. This specimen (an isolated tooth crown) can be referred to the teleosauroid genus Machimosaurus based on its… read more here.
Keywords: portland stone; evidence thalattosuchian; stone formation;
Re: What Factors Drive Staghorn vs Nonstaghorn Pattern Growth in Patients with Metabolic Stones?
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DOI: 10.1097/ju.0000000000001053
Abstract: available at http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/31436119 Editorial Comment: In this study only 29% of patients with staghorn stones undergoing percutaneous nephrolithotomy had a metabolic stone. This rate is lower than that reported previously by the group from Vanderbilt… read more here.
Keywords: calcium oxalate; stone formation; metabolic stones; stone ... See more keywords
Obesity and stones
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DOI: 10.1097/mou.0000000000000557
Abstract: Purpose of review The incidence of urolithiasis has shown a prominent increase in the last two to three decades and evidence-based data have clearly indicated the certain role of obesity and overweight in both children… read more here.
Keywords: stone formation; obesity; risk; risk factors ... See more keywords