For the first time, scientists have discovered evidence of bacteria hiding in 'noninfectious' kidney stones. These hardened clumps of small crystals are made from chemicals in urine and are thought to ...

Introduction: Accurate segmentation of kidney masses and structure is essential for medical application including diagnosis and treatment. This research proposed the dual track hybrid VHUCS-Net ...

It’s long been thought that only an unusual type of kidney stone has any connection to bacteria, and that the vast majority of kidney stones, which are caused by calcium oxalate crystals, don’t host ...

In an unexpected finding, a UCLA-led team has discovered that bacteria are present inside the most common type of kidney stone, revealing a previously unrecognized component involved in their ...

In an unexpected finding, researchers have discovered bacteria present inside the most common type of kidney stone, revealing a previously unrecognized component involved in their formation. The ...

The Break Wave lithotripsy device to treat kidney stones [Image courtesy of SonoMotion] SonoMotion has received FDA 510(k) clearance for its Break Wave lithotripsy device to treat kidney stones.

Flexible ureteroscopy (FURS) has become a standard minimally invasive treatment for kidney stones. However, flexible ureteroscopy has advanced significantly; surgeons still rely on subjective visual ...

CLEVELAND — University Hospitals announced it plans to launch a stone clinic at the Culter Center for Men at UH Ajuha Medical Center, which would focus on care for patients with kidney stone disease.

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To lower the risk of kidney stones while taking topiramate (Topamax), a person can drink plenty of water, limit salt and animal protein, and include calcium in the diet. Doctors prescribe topiramate ...