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In vitro urolithiasis models: an evaluation of prophylactic management against kidney stones

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  • Salman Ahmed,  
  • Muhammad Mohtasheemul Hasan ,  
  • Zafar Alam Mahmood

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Urolithiasis is a global health problem with a high recurrence rate. Different in vivo and in vitro models have been successfully used to evaluate the antiurolithiatic potential of medicinal plants. In vitro models study renal stone formation, and in vivo models reveal the pathological effects of urolithiasis. Thus, in vitro models are significantly and effectively used to evaluate prophylactic management, and in vivo models direct urolithiasis treatment. This paper describes the advantages, limitations and applications of both models, especially the role of in vitro studies in the evaluation of prophylactic management.

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