Staghorn calculus

Case contributed by David Cuete
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Colicky pain. History of kidney stones.

Patient Data

Age: 45 years
Gender: Female

CT KUB

ct

Computed tomography shows a large calculus that fully occupies the left renal pelvis. Additional small right kidney stone.

Case Discussion

This case shows a typical staghorn calculus.

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