Monitoring Urolithiasis: Beyond Diagnosis and Treatment

This lecture explores the critical “phase two” of urolithiasis management, where the real battle against recurrence is won or lost. This session focuses on the clinical nuances of long-term monitoring, emphasising the strategic use of serial urinalysis and cultures, targeted blood tests and imaging to identify potential causative factors and to validate treatment efficacy. Attendees will learn to master the “target zones” for urine specific gravity and pH while identifying early metabolic red flags in bloodwork or imaging. By refining these monitoring protocols, clinicians can transition from reactive stone dissolution or removal to proactive prevention, ensuring long-term patient comfort and client compliance.