Stent length and symptoms after kidney stone surgery
Part of Kidney & urinary clinical trials.
This study looks at whether choosing the stent length based on your CT scan reduces discomfort after kidney stone surgery. It compares symptoms in people who get a stent sized this way.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old
- You have kidney stones that need surgery with a temporary tube (stent) placed in the ureter
- You have had a CT scan showing the stones
- You have no signs of a urinary tract infection before surgery
- You have not had a stent placed in the last month
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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