BMC Urology has published this Collection on Modern diagnostics and treatment modalities for urolithiasis.
Urolithiasis, commonly referred to as kidney stones, is a painful and recurrent urological condition that significantly impacts a patient's quality of life. The pain, frequent hospital visits, and potential complications, such as urinary tract infections, can lead to a substantial decline in physical and emotional well-being.
Moreover, the burden of urolithiasis on healthcare systems is considerable, as it demands costly diagnostic procedures, surgical interventions, and long-term management. The prevalence of kidney stones is on the rise, posing an escalating challenge for healthcare providers in terms of resource allocation and patient care. Thus, urolithiasis represents a substantial physical, mental, and economical burden, necessitating ongoing research and innovation to improve the quality of life of affected individuals, and reduce healthcare costs.
This Collection welcomed submissions on novel diagnostic methods, including radiological and ultrasonographic techniques, alongside minimally invasive surgical approaches, therapeutic interventions, and precision medicine strategies. The Collection seeks to shed light on preventive measures and their impact on patient outcomes.
Welcomed topics included, but were not limited to:
- Advanced imaging techniques
- Innovative therapeutic approaches
- Pharmacological interventions
- Precision medicine
- Emerging surgical technologies
- Primary and secondary prevention of urolithiasis
- Patient outcomes and quality of life
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