Structure of stones influences effects and sequelae of extracorporeal shock-wave lithotripsy (ESWL). Clinical sequelae of ESWL in oxalate stones are the worst because of the fragments size and physical qualities of these stones. Oxalates are firm and sharp. Such qualities may cause injury and swelling of the ureter when the fragments pass it. A JJ stent and catheter are proposed to prevent complications of oxalate stone ESWL in the stones size more than 1.5 cm.
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Gut Microbes
December 2025
Department of Urology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China.
Hyperoxaluria, including primary and secondary hyperoxaluria, is a disorder characterized by increased urinary oxalate excretion and could lead to recurrent calcium oxalate kidney stones, nephrocalcinosis and eventually end stage renal disease. For secondary hyperoxaluria, high dietary oxalate (HDOx) or its precursors intake is a key reason. Recently, accumulated studies highlight the important role of gut microbiota in the regulation of oxalate homeostasis.
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Department of Gastroenterology, Endoscopic Center, Engineering Research Center of Ministry of Education for Minimally Invasive, Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Techniques, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, No. 36 Sanhao Street, Shenyang, 110004, Liaoning Province, China.
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Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Center for Digestive Health, Virginia Mason, Franciscan Health, Seattle, WA 98101, USA.
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