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Intro/background

Loin pain has a wide differential diagnosis. In patients without a history of renal stones and without evidence of haematuria, stones are less likely and alternative causes of pain should be considered.

Assessment

Loin pain pathway1

1. NHSGGC. Loin pain

This pathway was adapted from NHSGGC with kind permission.

When & how to refer

SCI Gateway to Urology.

Editorial Information

Last reviewed: 14/11/2025

Next review date: 14/11/2027

Author(s): Urology consultants.

Version: 01.0

Approved By: Urology Directorate Governance Group