New insights into causes and treatments of kidney stones.
Recent findings have provided insight into the molecular basis of kidney stone formation and entirely changed our approach to management of calcium stones. Understanding the role of genetic factors and the various promotors and inhibitors of stone formation should lead to more effective prophylaxis and treatment of other types of stones as well.
Scheinman
S J
SJ
Division of Nephrology, State University of New York Health Science Center at Syracuse College of Medicine, USA.
D006801:Humans; D007669:Kidney Calculi / Q000209:etiology* / Q000235:genetics / Q000517:prevention & control* / Q000652:urine; D012307:Risk Factors