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N S Khalifa, A A Gabal, M Shihab

    International Urology and Nephrology
    |January 1, 1986
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    This study found manual laborers from lower socioeconomic backgrounds commonly develop kidney stones. While no specific serum biochemical defects were found, urine abnormalities and anatomical issues were frequent in these patients.

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    Area of Science:

    • Urology
    • Nephrology
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Kidney stone (calculi) formation is a significant health concern.
    • Previous assumptions linked kidney stones primarily to higher socioeconomic status.
    • Understanding demographic and etiological factors is crucial for prevention and treatment.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the demographic and clinical characteristics of kidney stone formers.
    • To identify potential risk factors associated with calculi formation in a specific patient cohort.
    • To explore the prevalence of biochemical and anatomical abnormalities in patients with kidney stones.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 142 patients with kidney stones admitted to a district general surgical unit.
    • Data collection included patient demographics, socioeconomic status, and clinical presentation.

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  • Biochemical analysis of serum and 24-hour urine samples, along with Intravenous Pyelography (IVP) for anatomical assessment.

    • Main Results:

    • The majority of patients were adult, non-Kuwaiti males.
    • Contrary to expectations, manual laborers from lower socioeconomic strata were disproportionately affected.
    • Half of the examined 24-hour urine samples showed abnormalities, and most IVPs revealed anatomical abnormalities.
    • Spontaneous passage of calculi occurred in nearly half of the patients.

    Conclusions:

    • Kidney stone prevalence may be higher in manual laborers from lower socioeconomic groups.
    • Urine abnormalities and anatomical variations are common in kidney stone formers.
    • Further research is needed to elucidate the specific etiological factors in this demographic.