Robot-assisted kidney stone removal trial
Part of Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests a robot-assisted telescope-guided procedure to break up kidney stones. It may be an option if you have a kidney stone smaller than about 1.6 cm and are already scheduled for a ureteroscopy (RIRS).
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have a kidney stone that is less than about 1.6 cm (1.6 cm) in its longest dimension
- Your doctor has said you need a procedure called RIRS (a telescope-guided stone removal through the urinary tract)
- You are willing to sign a consent form to participate
- You do not have any condition that makes surgery risky, like a serious infection, bleeding disorder, or advanced cancer
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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