Role of metabolic factors in formation of kidney stones and its non-surgical intervention / 中华全科医师杂志

ABSTRACT

The prevalence of kidney stone is increasing,and its recurrence risk is very high.This article reviews the current literature on causes of stone formation,its relation to metabolic factors,and dietary and medical intervention for kidney stones.It aims to emphasis the importance of comprehensive medical management based on the improvement of metabolic disorders,for treatment of kidney stone and reduction of its recurrence rate.