Kidney stones in general practice – assessment, diagnosis, intervention, management and prevention strategies | Online
Hosted by the Austalian Prostate Centre
Urological surgeon Dr Fairleigh Reeves will provide an overview of best-practice assessment for acute renal colic, when urgent urological intervention is recommended, together with evidence-based metabolic and dietary prevention strategies. Conservative and surgical treatments will be explained including when one is recommended over the other.
Case studies will be used for context.
Learning outcomes:
1. Summarise the recommended workup for patients presenting with suspected kidney stones.
2. List the red flags for patients presenting with kidney stones that warrant urgent referral to a urological surgeon or to an emergency department.
3. Counsel patients by providing practical advice and strategies for lifestyle and diet modifications.
Target audience: GPs
Leadership