OBJECTIVE: To construct new size charts for fetal kidney measurements and to define normal limits for renal pelvic antero-posterior diameter. METHODS: A prospective, cross-sectional study was ...

What are Kidney Stones? Kidney stones, also called nephrolithiasis or urolithiasis, are solid crystals that form and grow in the urinary system under the right conditions. "They can grow to be various ...

Kidney stones and UTIs are two of the most common conditions affecting the urinary tract. Though they have similar symptoms, they affect the urinary system differently. Depending on the size of a ...

Kidney stones are pebble-sized deposits that form when there’s too much salt and minerals in your urine. Learn whether men or women are more at risk, what passing one feels like, and how big ...

Diarrhea is not a symptom commonly associated with kidney stones, although it has been known to occur on occasion, particularly in children. However, because diarrhea can cause chronic dehydration, it ...

Dehydration increases the chance of kidney stones, which can cause excruciating pain, blood in the urine, and frequent urinary urges. Depending on the size and kind of the stone, there are ...

Kidney stones affect millions yearly and, if neglected, can increase cancer risk. Long-standing stones may irritate the urinary tract, leading to malignancy. Symptoms include abdominal pain and ...

Kidney stones are diagnosed through imaging techniques like CT scans, ultrasounds, or X-rays. The treatment plan depends on the size and location of the stone.: Natural Passage: Smaller stones can ...

Later, she received an unexpected diagnosis: kidney stones, typically an affliction of older adults. Now 25, Pleskoff, a Seattle native who has endured more than 30 kidney stones, is part of a ...

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An alarming rise in pediatric kidney stones is prompting healthcare professionals to call for greater awareness and prevention efforts. Once considered a condition primarily affecting middle-aged ...