National trends in CT utilization and estimated CT-related radiation exposure in the evaluation and follow-up of stone patients.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2019.07.030
Abstract: OBJECTIVES To describe trends in computed tomography (CT) use and estimate the radiation exposure among stone formers using a national insurance claims database. METHODS Within MarketScan®, adult stone patients from 2007-2013 were identified using ICD-9,… read more here.
Keywords: related radiation; radiation exposure; stone patients; stone ... See more keywords
Percutaneous nephrostomy versus JJ ureteric stent as the initial drainage method in kidney stone patients presenting with acute kidney injury: A prospective randomized study
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DOI: 10.1111/iju.14331
Abstract: To compare percutaneous nephrostomy tube versus JJ stent as an initial urinary drainage procedure in kidney stone patients presenting with acute kidney injury. read more here.
Keywords: percutaneous nephrostomy; stent initial; patients presenting; kidney stone ... See more keywords
Co-Occurrence of Asthma and Nephrolithiasis in Children
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0168813
Abstract: It has been proposed that epithelial dysfunction and inflammation may predispose patients to kidney stone formation. Asthma is another chronic condition related to epithelial dysfunction and inflammation. We hypothesized that pediatric patients with asthma would… read more here.
Keywords: stone; prevalence; stone patients; nephrolithiasis ... See more keywords