Chronological changes in epidemiological characteristics of lower urinary tract urolithiasis in Japan

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Authors

Shinichi Sakamoto · Chiba University

Katsuhito Miyazawa · Kanazawa Medical University

Takahiro Yasui · Nagoya City University

Taro Iguchi · Osaka City University

Misuzu Fujita · Chiba University

Hiroaki Nishimatsu · Doai Memorial Hospital

Takuro Masaki ·

Abstract

Nationwide surveys suggest a steady increase in the incidence of lower urinary tract stones over a 50-year period in Japan. This trend might reflect changes in the aging population and improved Japanese medical standards.

Topics & Keywords

Kidney Stones and Urolithiasis Treatments Pediatric Urology and Nephrology Studies Urinary Tract Infections Management

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: International Journal of Urology

Volume 26, Issue 1, pp. 96-101

DOI: 10.1111/iju.13817

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