renal Flashcards
1
Q
duration for a kidney stone to pass based on size
A
2 – 4 mm = 13 days
6 – 8 mm = 22 days
2
Q
<4mm stone on CTKUB
A
ideally pass at home, sieve urine
monitor for obstruction/infection
3
Q
4-6mm stone on CT KUB
or multiple stones
A
discuss w urology
4
Q
> 6mm stone on CT KUB
A
urgent discussion w urology - likley for OT
5
Q
operative tx of renal stones
A
Uretero pyeloscopic laser lithotripsy (high clearance)
Shock wave lithotripsy (not as effective)
Percutaneous nephrolithotripsy
Open surgery rare
6
Q
A
