Shock wave study for single kidney stones (6-15 mm)
Part of Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests a new shock wave device to break apart a single kidney stone. It may be a good option if you have one stone between 6 and 15 mm that is not too hard or too far from the skin.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have exactly one kidney stone in the target kidney, measuring 6 to 15 mm.
- The stone is not too hard (density 1200 Hounsfield units or less).
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 34.9 or lower.
- No other stones larger than 4 mm in the same kidney.
- The distance from skin to stone is 160 mm or less.
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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