Bacteria on ureteral stents: risks and impact
This study looks at whether bacteria grow on the temporary tube placed in your ureter (the tube that carries urine from your kidney to your bladder) during treatment. It aims to understand what problems this might cause and how it affects your recovery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You will have a temporary double-J stent placed as part of your usual urological care.
- Your stent will be removed during follow-up and you can attend those appointments.
- You agree to provide samples (such as urine or stent) for testing.
- You do not have a severe infection, a permanent stent, or a nephrostomy tube (a tube draining urine directly from your kidney).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study looks at whether bacteria build up on double-J stents (small tubes that help drain urine) and what that means for your health. By checking the stent and urine samples before and after, doctors hope to learn how to reduce infections and improve care.
This trial compares two types of temporary drainage tubes (stents) placed in the ureter—the tube that carries urine from kidney to bladder—after surgery to remove kidney or ureteral stones. The study measures which stent causes fewer uncomfortable symptoms during the 2-week recovery period.
This study looks at whether placing a temporary tube (called a stent) in the ureter after kidney stone surgery is always necessary. Some patients get a stent to help urine flow, but it can cause discomfort. The trial aims to see if skipping the stent is safe and leads to fewer symptoms. If you are having kidney stone surgery, participating might help determine the best approach for recovery.
This trial is looking at whether placing a small tube (stent) in the ureter before a type of keyhole surgery for kidney stones helps with outcomes like pain and success of the procedure. It aims to see if this pre-treatment makes the surgery easier, potentially reducing complications and improving stone removal.
This study looks at urinary tract infections that can happen after a stent is removed. It will compare approaches around stent removal to see how to lower the chance of infection afterward.
This study tests a modified double J stent to see how it affects your quality of life. If you have kidney or ureter stones, this trial may help improve comfort during treatment.
Hear when a new Bacterial Colonization trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.