Kidney Stones Flashcards
1
Q
What is nephrolithiasis
A
general term for renal calculi
2
Q
What will be found on physical exam with kidney stones
A
CVA tenderness pain migrating to upper/lower ab painful testicles tachycardia HTN hematuria
3
Q
What is medical management for Kidney stones
A
IV hydration antiemetics pain control CCB alpha-blockers
4
Q
What types of kidney stones require surgery
A
> 7 mm
place stent to try and get it to pass
5
Q
What is the start of a kidney stone called
A
nidus
6
Q
What are most common types for kidney stone etiology
A
Hyperuricesuria
Hyperexaluria
Hypocitraturia
Hypomagnesuria
7
Q
What is most dangerous aspect of kidney stones
A
UTI
8
Q
Is the recurrence rate for kidney stones common
A
50% but can be less if counseled correctly
