Hematuria: etiology and evaluation for the primary care physician.
Publication/Presentation Date
8-1-2008
Abstract
Asymptomatic microscopic and gross hematuria are common problems for the primary care physician. The exact definition of microscopic hematuria is debated, but is defined by one group as > 3 red blood cells/high power microscopic field. While the causes of hematuria are extensive, the most common differential diagnosis for both microscopic and gross hematuria in adults includes infection, malignancy, and urolithiasis. Clinical evaluation of these patients often involves urological consultation with urine cytology, urine culture, imaging studies, and cystoscopy. Patients who have no identifiable cause after an extensive workup should be monitored for early detection of malignancy or occult renal disease.
Volume
15 Suppl 1
First Page
54
Last Page
61
ISSN
1195-9479
Published In/Presented At
Patel, J. V., Chambers, C. V., & Gomella, L. G. (2008). Hematuria: etiology and evaluation for the primary care physician. The Canadian journal of urology, 15 Suppl 1, 54–62.
Disciplines
Business Administration, Management, and Operations | Health and Medical Administration | Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
PubMedID
18700066
Department(s)
Administration and Leadership
Document Type
Article