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ConditionName
Ureterolithiasis (Urinary calculi, Nephrolithiasis, Renal colic)
ConditionDescription
Symptoms
RLQ and LLQ pain; Sudden onset; Excruciating intermittent colicky pain that can progress to constant pain; pain in lower abdomen and flank and radiates to groin; nausea; vomiting; abdominal distention; chills; fever; frequent urination;
PhysicalFindings
Costovertebral angle (CVA) tenderness with big stone; increased sensitivity in lumbar and groin areas;
ClinicalTests
UA (hematuria); noncontracted-enhanced helical CT; (can pick up uric acid stones); US - can be used for pregnant;; Serum Ca; Na; uric acid; PTH; Mg; P level; 24h urine collection for volume; Ca; Oxalate; Citrate; Cystine; pH; Uric Acid; Phosphate; Mg
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WebLink
https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/genitourinary-disorders/urinary-calculi/urinary-calculi?query=Ureterolithiasis
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