Here's what kidney stones are, what causes them and how you can expect to have them treated if they affect you or someone you ...

In 2022, the SWEETSTONE 21 study protocol was published, aiming to evaluate the impact of empagliflozin on urinary SS in a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, cross-over study. The inclusion ...

The objective of this work is to develop and implement a computer-aided decision support system for an automated diagnosis and classification of ultrasound kidney images. This approach combines ...

A young woman whose huge blood clot was initially thought to be kidney stones has said the delay in diagnosis has left her with severe chronic pain and mobility issues. Caitland Wright, 26, a care ...

High sodium intake increases the calcium in your urine, which can lead to stones. Skip salty snacks and limit added salt in cooking. A high intake of red meat or poultry can increase the risk of ...

ABSTRACT. Introduction: The aim of this study was to investigate the success of a deep learning model in detecting kidney stones in different planes according to stone size on unenhanced computed ...

Infections or kidney stones can also affect kidney health. Early detection and proper treatment are key to preventing long-term damage and improving quality of life. Several risk factors can ...

At first glance, the image appears to be nothing more than a dense, seemingly endless layer of pebbles—smooth, rounded stones in varying shades of grey, brown, beige, and black. But this is no ...

About 1 in 10 people in the United States will have a kidney stone at some point in their lives. Among these cases, uric acid stones account for 8% to 10%, making them a significant yet often ...