Kidney Stone Mystery Solved (IMAGE) Washington University School of Medicine Caption The CT image reveals the presence of kidney stones. New research at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis provides evidence to explain why some people are more prone to the condition than others. Credit Alana Desai, MD, Washington University in St. Louis Usage Restrictions Credit to Alana Desai, MD, Washington University in St. Louis License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.