Bendable vs. regular tube for kidney stone removal
Part of Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests a new bendable tube against a standard tube used during kidney stone surgery. It may help people with kidney stones that need to be removed with a flexible scope.
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Who can take part
- You have kidney stones confirmed by a scan, ultrasound, or X-ray.
- Your stones are between 5 and 20 millimeters in size.
- You are scheduled for flexible ureteroscopy to remove your kidney stones.
- Your kidney and ureter are normal or only mildly changed so the tube can be safely placed.
- You are willing to sign a consent form to participate.
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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