Investigation of the effect of a solution of lime powder on urinary calcium oxalate kidney stone risk factors in artificial and real urines : in vitro and in vivo studies

INTRODUCTION: Dietary factors in the form of citrus juices (e.g orange, grapefruits, cranberry, lemonade and lime) appear to affect the ability of urine to inhibit calcium oxalate crystallization. In South Africa, previous studies have demonstrated that black and white individuals respond differentl...

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Main Author: Bvumbi, Mpelegeng Victoria
Other Authors: Rodgers, Allen
Format: Dissertation
Language:English
Published: University of Cape Town 2016
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/11427/19038