Social Determinants of Kidney Stone Disease: The Impact of Race, Income and Access on Urolithiasis Treatment and Outcomes - 28/05/22
Abstract |
The medical and surgical management of kidney stones is one of the most common functions of the urologist. Management choices are often nuanced, involving the decision to embark on one surgical plan among several options. As the wider medical community critically evaluates the care we provide to an increasingly diverse population, it will be important to examine patient outcomes with a particular focus on ensuring equitable care. This review examines the influence of social parameters on the care of kidney stone patients. The dearth of literature in this area warrants rigorous studies on the relationship between race as well as socioeconomic status and the management of kidney stone disease.
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| Financial Disclosure: Dr. David Bayne is supported by NIDDK grant K12DK111028. The remaining authors declare that they have no relevant financial interests. |
Vol 163
P. 190-195 - mai 2022 Retour au numéro
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