UrologyStone.com is pleased to provide this patient education material on kidney stones to the public. This patient information should only be used as a general guideline and should not be used to replace the regular medical evaluation provided by your physician.
Patients who are highly motivated to prevent recurrent kidney stones should have regular medical follow-up (usually 2 to 4 times per year) even when they are symptom-free. Periodic urine studies can allow patients to adjust their diet and lifestyle in order to maximize their chances of leading a stone-free life.