Contribution of Imaging in the Management of Urinary Lithiasis at the Urology-Andrology Department of Ignace Deen Hospital

Abstract

Introduction: Medical imaging plays a predominant role in the diagnosis of urinary lithiasis. Objective: To evaluate the contribution of imaging in the management of urinary lithiasis in the Urology-Andrology department of Ignace Deen hospital. Methodology: This was a descriptive retrospective study lasting 2 years from January 1, 2020, to December 31, 2021, covering 51 cases of urinary lithiasis. Results: The hospital frequency was 5.09%. The age group of 41 - 50 years was the most represented, with an average age of 44.14 years. The sex ratio was 7.5. Dysuria was the main reason for consultation at 54.90%. The couple of urinary ultrason + KUB radiography was the most performed imaging examination at 49.02%. The pyelic location of the stone was 33.33%. Cystolithotomy was performed in 58.82% followed by pyelolithotomy in 27.45%. The evolution was favorable in 90.20%, and we noted 5 cases of complications in the form of peritoneal breach. Conclusion: Lithiasis is a common pathology in urology. Radiological examinations have made it possible to diagnose lithiasis, identify the location of the stone, highlight certain characteristics, and guide the therapeutic approach.