Renal calculi Flashcards
1
Q
Where are the 3 common sites of renal calculi
A
1) Pelvic-ureteric juntion
2) Cross iliac vessels
3) Vesico-ureteric junction
2
Q
Risk factors for renal calculi
A
Dehydration HTN Gout Vit D / Ca supplements Hot climate Hyperparathyroidism
3
Q
Management of renal calculi
A
Analgesia
Anti-emetics
IV fluids
4
Q
Investigations renal calculi
A
Obs - temp, HR Urine dipstick Urine MC&S U&Es, FBC, CRP, urate & Ca CT KUB
5
Q
Renal calculi imaging of choice
A
Gold standard = CT KUB
