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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Obstetrics
  • Metabolic Research

Background:

  • Pregnancy is associated with changes in urinary composition.
  • Risk factors for nephrolithiasis (kidney stone formation) during pregnancy are not fully understood.
  • De novo stone formation in pregnancy warrants further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate lithogenic (stone-forming) changes during pregnancy in women without a history of kidney stones.
  • To identify characteristics of pregnant women who develop de novo kidney stones.

Main Methods:

  • A standardized diet and hydration protocol was administered to pregnant participants.
  • 24-hour urine collections were performed during the third trimester, postpartum, and post-lactation.
  • Urinary parameters and stone composition were analyzed in participants who formed stones versus those who did not.

Main Results:

  • Six out of 18 participants developed de novo kidney stones during pregnancy, predominantly calcium phosphate stones.
  • Stone formers exhibited a higher body mass index (BMI) and significantly greater urinary calcium levels compared to non-stone formers.
  • Postpartum, a reduction in urinary calcium, citrate, pH, and supersaturation was observed.

Conclusions:

  • This study identifies specific lithogenic changes during pregnancy in de novo stone formers.
  • Elevated BMI and hypercalciuria are key factors in stone formation during pregnancy.
  • Postpartum reduction in lithogenicity suggests a potential mitigation of stone risk.