A Clinical Pathway To Minimize Computed Tomography For Suspected Nephrolithiasis in Children

Ultrasound (US) imaging is preferred in the initial evaluation for children with suspected nephrolithiasis; however, computed tomography (CT) continues to be used in this setting with resultant unnecessary ionizing radiation exposure. Our institution implemented a standardized clinical pathway to reduce rates of CT utilization for children with nephrolithiasis.

Source: Journal of Pediatric Urology - June 24, 2019 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Jonathan S. Ellison, Claudia S. Crowell, Holly Clifton, Kathryn Whitlock, Wren Haaland, Tony Chen, Paul Merguerian, Russell Migita, Surabhi B. Vora Source Type: research