Two methods for removing bladder stones in children
Part of Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study compares two minimally invasive surgical techniques to remove bladder stones in children ages 2–14. Both approaches aim to break up and remove stones with less recovery time than traditional open surgery.
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Who can take part
- Child is between 2 and 14 years old
- Bladder stone(s) confirmed by ultrasound, measuring 10–30 mm total
- Kidneys and upper urinary tract are working normally
- Child is healthy enough to receive general anesthesia (being put to sleep for surgery)
- No history of scarring or damage to the urethra (the tube that carries urine out)
- No active urinary tract infection at the time of surgery
Quick eligibility check
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