Trends in renal calculus composition and 24-hour urine analyses in patients with neurologically derived musculoskeletal deficiencies

Conclusions: Among patients with NDMD, metabolic factors may play a more significant role in renal calculus formation than previously believed. There is still a high incidence of carbonate apatite calculi, which could be attributed to bacteriuria. However, obesity, low urine volumes, hypocitraturia, and hyperoxaluria suggest an underrecognized metabolic contribution to stone formation in this population.
Source: International Braz J Urol - Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research