Comparing two ways to break up kidney stones under 2 cm
Part of Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study compares two methods for breaking up kidney stones smaller than 2 centimeters during a procedure using a flexible tube. The goal is to see which method is better at clearing stones and how it affects recovery.
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Who can take part
- You must be at least 18 years old
- You have one or more kidney stones, but the total size is less than 2 centimeters
- Your doctor confirms the stones can be reached with a flexible scope
- You do not have an active urinary tract infection at the time of surgery
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
- You have not had surgery on the same kidney in the last 3 months
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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