Urolithiasis Burden in Somalia: Associated Factors and Regional Distribution Among Patients Undergoing CT Scan in Selected Centers in Mogadishu
This study identified a substantial prevalence of urolithiasis in Mogadishu, with significant associations between sociodemographic factors, dietary habits, and medical history. These findings emphasize the need for comprehensive screening programs and targeted interventions, particularly for high-risk individuals.
Authors
- Jihaan Hassan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0007-2297-6660)
- Jamal Hassan Mohamoud (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6593-271X)
- Abdirahman Khalif Mohamud (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6048-0112)
- Najib Isse Dirie (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3401-8383)
- Fartun Abdullahi Hassan Orey (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9263-7505)
- Bashiru Garba (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7295-9665)
- Mohamed Hussein Adam (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4077-6992)
- Hodo Aideed Asowe (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0001-9586-3014)
- Mohamed Mustaf Ahmed (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0006-5991-4052)
- Omar Mohamed Olad
- Iqra Hassan Shire
Institutions
- SIMAD University (SO)
- Usmanu Danfodiyo University (NG)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Research and Reports in Urology
- Published
- 2025-04-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.2147/rru.s507836
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Kidney Stones and Urolithiasis Treatments
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.52