ArticleWorld journal of urology2024
Kidney stone analysis: an EAU section of urolithiasis (EULIS) survey on current practices and perspectives worldwide.
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- Rock-on or crumble: Do kidney stones pass the test of time? A European Association of Urology Section of Endourology study.Asian journal of urology · 2026Article
- A novel nomogram for predicting stone-free status after retrograde intrarenal surgery in patients with kidney stones.BMC urology · 2025Article
- The impact of asymptomatic kidney stones on disease progression in autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease.BMC nephrology · 2025Article
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Abstract
purposeTo investigate the current thoughts and perspectives on kidney stone analysis amongst urologists and urology residents worldwide.
methodsIn October 2022 an online survey supported by the EULIS was circulated amongst urologists and urology residents worldwide. The survey was based on the current EAU guidelines regarding stone analysis and its role in urolithiasis management. Responses were collected until February 2023.
resultsThe survey was completed by 351 urologists (75.4%) and 115 urology residents (24.7%). 49.1% of the participants stated that performing kidney stone analysis was of utmost importance in every patient. 91.8% were of the opinion that stone analysis changes KSD management. 62.3% of the participants declared to adhere to the guidelines. 44.7% aim to perform stone analysis in first-time stone formers. 1 out of 11 does not send stones for kidney stone analysis at all. Urologists that pursued an additional endo-urology sub-specialism performed stone analysis more frequently compared to those who were not endo-urologists.
conclusionAlthough majority of urologists consider stone analysis an essential part of kidney stone management, in reality the practice patterns regarding stone analysis deviate from the EAU guidelines. Our aim should be to bridge the knowledge gap regarding stone analysis, foster collaboration to streamline logistics regarding stone analysis and enhance the quality of care we provide for kidney stone patients.
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