Health Matters: Pediatric Kidney Stones
When we think of “kidney stones,” the image of a typical patient is
usually not a child. But surprisingly, kidney stone disease in children and
teens has increased five-fold from the late 1990s to the early 2000s and now
accounts for 1 in 685 hospital admissions for children. Many experts believe
the increase in incidence and prevalence can be attributed to major dietary
and environmental changes in the United States. Research indicates the rise
in pediatric kidney disease is a result of children drinking much less water
and milk than previous generations and consuming more sodium through
processed foods. It's a growing problem, and we are eager to share more
information with our audience. Today we welcome Dr. Kirsten Kusumi from Akron Children's Hospital.
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