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Zero-echo time MRI: an alternative method for the diagnosis of urinary stones in children

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Urolithiasis prevalence in children has significantly increased over the past decade, often presenting with vague symptoms.
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Ultrasonography is the recommended first-line diagnostic tool for pediatric urolithiasis due to its non-ionizing nature.
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Non-enhanced CT is the gold standard for diagnosing urolithiasis in adults, but it exposes children to ionizing radiation.
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Zero-echo time MRI (ZTE-MRI) shows promise for detecting urinary stones in children, especially larger stones.
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The study found that ZTE-MRI had poor sensitivity for stones 10 mm.

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