27/08/2025
Kidney stones are one of the most common diseases of the urinary tract and are mainly characterised by their composition. There are many possible compositions of kidney stones, but the five major types are:
1️⃣ Calcium Oxalate: The most common type of kidney stones, caused by excess calcium and oxalate.
2️⃣ Uric Acid: Another common type of kidney stone that form when there are high levels of uric acid in the urine.
3️⃣Calcium Phosphate: Calcium phosphate stones are usually formed when urine is too alkaline.
4️⃣Struvite: Struvite stones are stones made of magnesium ammonium phosphate and are associated with infections of the upper urinary tract.
5️⃣Cystine: Cystine stones are made of cystine and are often associated with cystinuria, an inherited condition that results in cystine build-up in the urine.
If you suspect you have kidney stones or are at risk, it’s important to consult with a urologist for proper diagnosis and care.
Assure Urology & Robotic Centre
📍 Mount Elizabeth (Orchard) #16-07
📱 (65) 9835 0668
📍 Farrer Park Hospital #15-06/07
📱 (65) 8082 1366
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