Who is at risk for kidney stones?

Who is at risk for kidney stones?

Posted by Rahul

Posted on 29th September, 2023 at 7:33:04 AM

Dr. Arindam Dutta
Dr. Arindam Dutta
MBBS, MS, M.CH

Male : female =3:1

Peak at 20 -40 years

Prevalence higher in mountain, desert, tropical areas and more in summer season

7-12% lifetime risk of stone formation

Recurrence rate is very high .. approx. 10 @1 year and 50 % @10 years

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