RISK FACTORS AND DIAGNOSIS OF KIDNEY STONE

Kidney stone affect 15-18% of the population in industrialized countries. The average life time risk of stone formation has been reported in the range of 7-13%. Recurrent stone formation is a common part of the medical care of patients with stone diseases. The aetiology of this disorder is multi factorial and is strongly related to dietary lifestyle habits or practices. Increased rates of hypertension, diabetes and obesity which are linked to nephrolithiasis, also contribute to an increase in stone formation. Hence, this study was undertaken to find out the prevalence among kidney stone patients. Also to find out the risk factors influencing the development of kidney stones especially Family history, inadequate fluid intake, Stress, Over weight and Obesity, Dietary habits and lifestyle modifications, association with other diseases (diabetes, hypertension).