Using CT scans to estimate kidney stone size
Part of Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study checks how accurately doctors can estimate the size of kidney stones using CT scan images before treatment. It may help improve planning for procedures like shockwave therapy, scope procedures, or surgery.
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Who can take part
- You have CT scan images available (computed tomography or “CT”).
- You are planning one of these procedures: shockwave treatment, ureter/kidney scope, or percutaneous kidney stone surgery.
- You can read and understand the study information and sign consent.
- You meet the study’s age requirement (you are not under the age limit).
- You have CT images taken before the procedure (a pre-operative CT).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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