Idiopathic hypercalciuria: Can we prevent stones and protect bones?
review · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.3949/ccjm.85a.16090.
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Abstract
Idiopathic hypercalciuria increases the risk of urinary stones and osteoporosis. The aim of this review is to delineate our current understanding of idiopathic hypercalciuria in the context of bone health, specifically its definition, causes, epidemiology, laboratory evaluation, and potential treatments.
Medical subject headings
- Hypercalciuria
- Kidney Calculi
- Osteoporosis
- Urinary Calculi