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Solution for Rare and Complex Early-Onset Kidney Stones
This clinical case study describes a patient with early onset cystinuria, a rare genetic cause of kidney stones, that was first managed by multiple unsuccessful procedures and surgeries before referral to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
CHOP and Vanderbilt Researchers to Lead $7.37 Million Kidney Stone Research Project
Researchers from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and Vanderbilt University Medical Center were awarded a $7.37 million RC2 grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to lead a five-year multisite project across the U.S. focused on kidney stone disease research.
Esophageal and Airway Treatment (EAT) Program at CHOP
The Esophageal and Airway Treatment Program at CHOP specializes in treating children with airway and esophageal conditions.
How to Keep Kids Hydrated
Dehydration in children is relatively common. Know the signs of dehydration and find creative ideas for how to keep kids hydrated, like hydrating foods.
Study Shows Climate Change Will Lead to Increase in Kidney Stones
CHOP researchers found rising temperatures due to climate change will lead to an increase in cases of kidney stones over the next seven decades.
Advancing Pediatric Urology Through Research
Recent pediatric urology research activities range from clinical and epidemiology studies to basic science discoveries and innovative translational projects.
CHOP Expert Advances Kidney Stone Research
The findings examine previous research and build on a link between kidney stones and the gut microbiome.
CHOP Study Linking Kidney Stones and Oral Antibiotics Receives National and Local Media Coverage
A new study by CHOP researchers finds an association between the overuse of certain oral antibiotics and an increase in kidney stones in children and adolescents.
CBS New York Reports on Kids and Kidney Stones
Gregory Tasian, MD, pediatric urologist at CHOP, discusses the rise of kidney stones with Dr. Max Gomez.
Kidney Stone Disease: A Disorder of Mineral Metabolism on the Rise
The incidence of kidney stone disease has risen most rapidly among adolescents. Using this case study, we discuss risk factors, prevention and treatment options for nephrolithiasis.