Urolithiasis

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What is the likelihood that someone in the United States will have a kidney stone in their lifetime?

Approximately 1 in 11 people will have at least one kidney stone in their lifetime.

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Are people with kidney stones likely to have stone recurrence?

At least 50% of first-time kidney stone patients will have another kidney stone episode within 10 years.

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What are the most common types of stones?

• a.

  Calcium stones: 80%

• b.

  Struvite stones: 7%

• c.

  Uric acid stones: 7%

• d.

  Cystine stones: 1%–3%

4

What common medical conditions are associated with kidney stone formation?

Obesity, diabetes, and hypertension.

5

What is the primary dietary adjustment a kidney stone patient can make to help prevent future stone formation?

Increase fluid intake to drink at least 2.5 L of water daily. Low sodium and low animal protein diets can also help prevent kidney stone formation.

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