Kidney stones form when minerals in urine crystallise and gather inside the urinary tract. This page explains how stones are identified and their size and position assessed, and how treatment decisions — including whether intervention is needed — are made.
How We Approach Kidney Stones
Every patient arriving with this diagnosis goes through the same structured process, so that treatment decisions are based on evidence rather than assumption.
- Report review. Biochemical, immunological and imaging results are assessed by the specialist panel.
- Integrated diagnosis. Chinese medicine pattern differentiation is combined with a Western nephrology diagnosis.
- Combined therapy. The hospital's patent therapies are selected and combined according to the individual case.
- Monitoring and adjustment. Lab results are tracked during the stay and the plan is adjusted as response becomes clear.
- Follow-up plan. A written plan supports the patient after discharge, with remote consultation available.
What to send us
- Latest kidney function tests (creatinine, urea, eGFR, electrolytes)
- Urine analysis and 24-hour protein quantification
- Recent imaging reports (ultrasound, CT or MRI)
- Biopsy report if one has been performed
- Current medication list and a short summary of symptoms
Medically reviewed
Last updated: September 14, 2026
Reviewed by the Jingkang Nephrology Specialist Panel, Qingdao Jingkang TCM Nephrology Hospital.
This page is written for general education. It is not medical advice and does not replace consultation with a qualified physician. Individual test results, treatment suitability and outcomes vary from patient to patient. Read the full medical disclaimer.