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Aim: This study aims to analyze the stones and evaluate for any metabolic cause in pediatric patients with urolithiasis. Materials and methods: A prospective observational study was done in the department of urology, NIMS, on 30 patients with urolithiasis. Results: Calcium oxalate stones were the most common type of stone found in patients with renal stones and ureteric stones discreetly. Hypercalciuria was the most prevalent metabolic abnormality found in this study. Conclusion: Owing to the high prevalence of metabolic risk factors and the significant risk of recurrence, all children with urolithiasis need complete evaluation with metabolic workup and ensure complete removal of stone. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]