Hypercalciuria in Children: A Review Hypercalciuria in Children
Journal of Pediatric Nephrology,
Vol. 11 No. 4 (2023),
5 February 2025
https://doi.org/10.22037/jpn.v11i4.45111
Abstract
Background and Aim: Severe loss of calcium in the urine is called hypercalciuria. This review aimed to evaluate the etiology of hypercalciuria in children, mainly new hypercalciuria research, to provide an update on the management, and complications that can improve the prognosis of hematuria.
Methods: For this narrative review, articles from several sources, including Scopus, Google Scholar, Embase, Web of Science, PubMed, and the Directory of Open Access Journals were used.
Results: The main identifiable cause of nephrolithiasis in children is metabolic causes, and hypercalciuria is considered the most common cause. Hypercalciuria increases the risk of urinary stones and other problems.
Conclusion: Hypercalciuria is a very important cause of kidney stones, the challenge for pediatric nephrologists is early diagnosis in affected children and prevention of their renal complications. This article reviews the causes of hypercalciuria and provides a framework for the initial evaluation and monitoring of such patients. There is no internationally accepted, uniform, evidence-based algorithm for its diagnostic evaluation anywhere. It is recommended that extensive public attention be paid to the cause and management of hypercalciuria
Keywords: Calcium, Nephrolithiasis, hypercalciuria
- Calcium
- Nephrolithiasis
- Hypercalciuria
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