The effect of thiazide and potassium citrate use on the health-related quality of life of patients with urolithiasis

It is unknown whether benefits of medical management of urolithiasis outweigh potential side effects of utilized medications including potassium citrate (Kcit) and thiazide diuretics. Therefore, we sought to evaluate the relationship between Kcit or thiazides and overall stone-related health related quality of life (HRQOL).

Source: The Journal of Urology - June 15, 2018 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Eric P. Raffin, Kristina L. Penniston, Jodi A. Antonelli, Davis P. Viprakasit, Timothy D. Averch, Vincent G. Bird, Ben H. Chew, Sri Sivalingam, Roger L. Sur, Stephen Y. Nakada, Vernon M. Pais Source Type: research