Treating urinary tract stones: common questions about a common problem.

摘要: Urinary stones are a common and costly problem. Although shockwave lithotripsy is the mainstay of treatment for stones, number other surgical tools approaches may be beneficial to some patients. Newer diagnostic techniques technologies improving our ability determine size, location, composition and, thus, approach treatment. And an increased focus on diet metabolism helping patients prevent stone formation. This article reviews current diagnosing treating urologic answers questions primary care physicians often ask about this topic.