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3rd Med => Renal + Prostate > Renal Stones > Flashcards

Renal Stones Flashcards

1
Q

What is the most common site for renal stones to form

A

Vesico-ureteric junction

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2
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What is the 2 main complications of renal stones

A

AKI

infection => Obstructive pyelonephritis

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3
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What is the most common type of renal stone

A

Calcium Oxalate

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4
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What are 3 other types of renal stones

A

Uric Acid

Struvite

Cystine

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5
Q

When do struvite stones form

A

Bacteria w/urease converting ammonium => Struvite

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6
Q

Staghorn Calculus is a shape in the renal pelvis that are typical in ….

A

Struvite Stones

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7
Q

If a px has recurrent Ca stones, what advice is given in terms of diet

A

Reduce Oxalate foods

==> Spinach
==> Beetroot

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8
Q

An abdominal x-ray can be used for what types of stones?

Which stone can it not be used for

A

Calcium

Cant be used for uric stones

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9
Q

What is the 2 treatment plans for a px with renal stones

A

Tamsulosin

Shockwave Lithotripsy

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