Urinary Stones In Children - Key Points

Urinary Stones In Children - Key Points

•  Like adults children can also develop urinary stones.
•  Children can have underlying medical problems that make them prone to develop stones.

•  It is essential to identify and treat these to prevent stone recurrence.
•  With the advent of newer facilities, 80% of stones in children can be removed without open surgery.
•  It is essential to consult a paediatric urologist trained in this area to obtain the appropriate treatment.