The terahertz (THz) absorption properties of calcium oxalate, calcium phosphate and calcium carbonate, which are the main components of kidney stone, are investigated experimentally in the frequency ...

Impaired renal function poses a risk across all age groups. Because of the global shortage of nephrologists, the growing public health concern over renal failure, and technological improvements, there ...

There is no cure for autosomal dominant PKD. Treatment involves managing symptoms (pain, headaches, high blood pressure, urinary tract infections) and preventing complications, as well as slowing the ...

If you have kidney disease or diabetes, you need to pay close attention to what you eat and drink. Here’s what you can eat to ...

However, kidney stones that are too large to pass on their own or cause bleeding, kidney damage or ongoing urinary tract infections may require surgical treatment.

University at Buffalo researcher Viviana Monje and colleagues awarded $1.2 million grant to study how popular aquarium fish ...

One of the main differences between the two is how the pain feels and where it’s located. Gallstone pain usually appears in ...

The Oxalosis and Hyperoxaluria Foundation (OHF) has accepted UCSF Health into its OHF Care Center Network recognizing the health system’s dedication to providing high-quality medical care, resources, ...

INTRODUCTION Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is the gold standard treatment for large kidney stones (1, 2), taking the place of morbid and invasive open surgery. Much discussion has emerged in the ...

The Kidney Stone Management Devices Market is expanding rapidly with rising demand for minimally invasive tools and ...

An issue in the kidney or urinary tract can be painful and inconvenient. It can disrupt day-to-day life and have a significant impact on overall well-being. While it may seem […] ...

Like the citrus fruit it comes from, lemon juice provides many vitamins, antioxidants, and other nutrients. Here are several ...