KIDNEY STONES

This study looked at 60 adults with kidney stones between 2 and 3 cm. It compared two types of keyhole surgery: one using a flexible scope through the urine passage with a laser and suction, and the other using a tiny cut in the back. The goal was to see which method removes ston…

This study tested an experimental drug called LLX-424 in 51 adults who have had kidney stones before. The drug aims to lower oxalate levels in urine, which can help prevent new stones from forming. Participants took either the drug or a placebo for 8 weeks, and researchers checke…

This study tested two approaches to prevent kidney stones in adults who have had at least two stones in the past five years. One group received a personalized prevention plan based on their urine test results, while the other group followed a standard diet and medication plan. Th…

This study tested whether giving a diuretic (furosemide) during a common kidney stone surgery helps remove more stone fragments. 2000 adults with stones up to 30mm took part. The main goal was to see if the drug led to fewer leftover fragments on a CT scan four weeks later.

This study tested three different fluids used during shock wave treatment for kidney stones. The goal was to see which fluid breaks stones into tiny pieces most effectively while causing less pain and fewer skin problems. 294 adults with kidney stones took part, and researchers c…

This study looked at 640 children aged 6 to 18 who needed surgery for large kidney stones. Half got the standard surgery with a temporary drainage tube left in the kidney, and half got a newer 'tubeless' version without the tube. The goal was to see if the tubeless method is just…

This study tested whether a new flexible access sheath with suction can make kidney stone surgery faster and safer compared to a standard sheath. Fifty adults with kidney stones 10 mm or larger were randomly assigned to one of the two sheaths during a minimally invasive procedure…

This study tested a new training tool that uses augmented reality (AR) glasses to track where a surgeon looks during kidney stone surgery. The goal is to help less experienced surgeons learn to see all stone fragments, which could lower the chance patients need another surgery. E…

This study looked at 108 adults having surgery for kidney stones. Doctors compared using a special balloon catheter versus a standard tube to see which one better stops small stone pieces from falling into the tube that carries urine. The goal was to find out which tool works bes…

This study tested an augmented reality tool that shows trainee surgeons where expert surgeons look during kidney stone surgery. The goal is to help trainees learn to see the entire kidney, which could reduce leftover stone fragments that cause repeat surgeries. Ten urology reside…