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A Rare Pure Calcite Urolithiasis Confirmed by Infrared Spectroscopy.

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: ) at the ureterovesical junction. The kidney stone, associated with cystitis and perirenal fat infiltration, was spontaneously expelled and subsequently analyzed. Optical microscopy revealed a grey homogeneous stone with a rough surface and white crystals upon examination. Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR-ATR) confirmed the stone's composition as pure calcite, displaying characteristic absorption bands indicative of its crystalline structure. The patient reported long-term use of multiple vitamins and plant-based supplements, possibly contributing to stone formation. The discussion includes insights on calcite urolithiasis, highlighting factors such as alkaline urine pH and calcium metabolism that can influence stone formation, underscoring the complexity of managing kidney stone risk in supplement users.

Source: PubMed

Authors: Abdelaali Belhachem, Mustapha Zendjabil, Slimane Houache, Amina Amiar, Houari Toumi

Institutions: Université Oran 1 Ahmed Ben Bella, University Hospital of Oran

Language: English

Topic: Kidney Stones and Urolithiasis Treatments

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W4408301807

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