Presentation
Right-sided flank pain.
Patient Data
Age: 20 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Vesicoureteric junction stone
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5 mm calcific density at the right VUJ in keeping with a distal ureteric stone.
No upper tract stones.
From the case:
Vesicoureteric junction stone
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Right VUJ stone (inside the red circle)
Case Discussion
The VUJ is the commonest site in the ureter for a stone to become lodged and cause obstruction.