Stones and Docs: How Often Do Vets See Nephrologists After a Diagnosis?

Kidney stones are a pain, literally! When vets get them, they might need to see a specialist, right? We're talking about nephrologists here. These docs can really help manage kidney stones. So, how often do vets actually see them after getting diagnosed? That's what this study wanted to find out. Prevention is key when it comes to kidney stones, and nephrologists are just the experts to help figure out your risk. They can set you up with lifestyle changes and meds to keep those stones away. But do vets actually go see them? That's the big question. Turns out, there's a lot of variation. Some vets might see a nephrologist right away, while others might take a while. It all depends on the situation and the vet's specific needs. This study highlights that opportunity window we were talking about. That's when a vet gets diagnosed and needs to see a specialist to figure out their risk and start prevention. But why the big difference in how often it happens? That's something to think about.

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