PROSTATE LITHIASIS.

Prostatic lithiasis is commonly found in patients over 50 years of age, is rare under 40 years of age and very rare in children. Asymptomatic prostatic calculus is frequently highlighted by routine ultrasound examination or radiological examinations. The association of prostatic lithiasis with chronic prostatitis and benign prostate hyperplasia is common. The vast majority of prostatic calculi are latent progressive, being incidentally discovered on prostate ultrasound, basin radiographs or adenomectomy. There is no pathognomonic symptomatology for prostate disease. Symptoms, when present, may be due to prostatic hypertrophy, urethral strictures or chronic prostatitis. In this review, we will describe the prevalence, ethiopathogenesis, symptomatology, diagnosis and treatment options currently available for prostatic lithiasis. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]