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[Hydrological therapy of renal lithiasis]
La Clinica Terapeutica
|December 15, 1989
Summary
Drinking mineral water is a common spa treatment for kidney stones (renal calculosis). This therapy increases urine output, dilutes stone-forming salts, and aids in expelling small stones, offering preventive benefits.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Nephrology
- Hydrotherapy
Background:
- Renal calculosis (kidney stones) management often involves spa treatments.
- Mineral water therapy is a widely adopted approach for kidney stone management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the efficacy of mineral water therapy in managing renal calculosis.
- To discuss the mechanisms and outcomes of this treatment.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature and reported results from various authors.
- Statistical validity of reported outcomes was discussed.
Main Results:
- Increased diuresis and urine dilution, reducing lithogenic salt concentration.
- Decreased urinary microorganisms and altered renal medulla physiology.
- Enhanced ureter motility, promoting expulsion of small stones and sand; preventive effects on recurrence.
Conclusions:
- Mineral water therapy is indicated for renal calculosis unless contraindications exist.
- Accurate diagnosis and stone localization improve treatment success rates.
- The treatment offers multiple favorable effects, including prevention of recurrence.
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