Advances in basic research and clinical management of urolithiasis / 中华泌尿外科杂志

ABSTRACT

Over the past few years,the prevalence of urinary stones has been gradually increasing,which imposes heavy burden of diseases on people worldwide.Fortunately,a series of advances in basic research and clinical management of urolithiasis have increased our understanding of and response capacity to urinary stones.This article summarizes recent progresses in the fields of epidemiology,etiology,genetics,medication,medical instruments,and medical procedures.These advances have the potential to facilitate the clinical management of urolithiasis,making the diagnosis and treatment of this problem preciser,safer,and more efficient.