STONE Score (Ureteral Stone Prediction)
Predicts likelihood of ureteral stone on CT KUB in patients presenting with suspected renal colic. Helps avoid unnecessary CT in low-risk patients.
Score interpretation
→ Ureteral stone unlikely; consider alternative diagnoses; avoid CT if clinically appropriate
→ CT KUB recommended for definitive diagnosis
→ Strong clinical diagnosis; CT KUB to confirm and guide management
Interpretation bands for the STONE Score. Apply clinical judgement and local guidance.
References
Related
Curated clinical cross-links plus same-class fallbacks.
- Diclofenac · NSAID — Renal / Ureteric Colic
- Anethol with Borneol, Camphene, Cineole, Fenchone and Pinene · Terpene Mixture (Urolithiasis / Renal Colic)
- Vancomycin (Renal Dosing) · Antibiotic Dosing in CKD
- Gentamicin (Renal Dosing/TDM) · Antibiotic Dosing in CKD
- Mannitol (Osmotic Diuretic — Renal/Neurological) · Acute Oliguric Renal Failure / Raised ICP
- Allopurinol · Xanthine Oxidase Inhibitor — Uric Acid Stone Prevention
Featured in these MRCEM clinical pathways
The STONE Score is covered in detail — with RCEM/NICE evidence base, indications and pitfalls — in the following exam-focused pathways on our sister siteReviseMRCEM.
MRCEM Primary / Intermediate / OSCE candidates: each pathway includes exam-style questions, RCEM/NICE citations, and FAQ summaries.
Decision support only — verify against a current formulary, NICE, or your local guideline before clinical use.