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[Renal and urinary calculi in children]
Malgorzata Pulczynska Wason1, Anita Hansen
1Hillerød Sygehus, Børneafdelingen, Hillerød. malgorzatawason@dadlnet.dk
Ugeskrift for Laeger
|October 14, 2005
Summary
This study records the incidence of pediatric nephrolithiasis in Denmark from 1994-2003. Most cases involved urinary tract malformations and hypercalciuria, highlighting the need for metabolic evaluations.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Nephrology
- Urology
Background:
- First recorded incidence of pediatric nephrolithiasis in Denmark (1994-2003).
- Study details investigations and treatments for childhood kidney stones.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report the incidence of nephrolithiasis in children in Denmark.
- To analyze contributing factors and treatment outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of 32 pediatric cases from two Danish departments (1994-2003).
- Inclusion of radiological examinations (ultrasound, renography) and metabolic evaluations.
- Kidney stone analysis in 44% of cases.
Main Results:
- Urinary tract malformations were the most common predisposing factor (40%).
- Hypercalciuria was present in 42% of cases with malformations.
- 66% of children had predisposing factors for stone formation.
Conclusions:
- Emphasizes the importance of identifying underlying metabolic causes for pediatric nephrolithiasis.
- Recommends a standardized examination program for affected children.
- Highlights the need for further research into pediatric kidney stone etiology.