Predictors of Uric Acid Stones: Mean Stone Density, Stone Heterogeneity Index, and Variation Coefficient of Stone Density by Single-Energy Non-Contrast Computed Tomography and Urinary pH
We analyzed the capacities of pertinent parameters (determined by single-energy non-contrast computed tomography [NCCT]) and urinary pH to predict uric acid stones. We reviewed the medical records of 501 patients whose stones were removed surgically or passed spontaneously between December 2014 and...
Main Authors: | Jong Chan Kim, Kang Su Cho, Do Kyung Kim, Doo Yong Chung, Hae Do Jung, Joo Yong Lee |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2019-02-01
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Series: | Journal of Clinical Medicine |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/8/2/243 |
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