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New pain block may cut opioid use after kidney stone surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a continuous nerve block (lasting two days) provides better pain relief than a single injection after kidney stone surgery. 50 adults undergoing surgery received a catheter for continuous anesthetic or a placebo. The goal was to reduce pain and the need …
Matched conditions: RENAL STONE
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Laser showdown: which tool blasts kidney stones best?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two different laser systems used to break up kidney stones during a procedure called ureteroscopy. About 178 adults with kidney stones were randomly assigned to receive either a holmium laser with Moses technology or a thulium fiber laser. The main goal was to…
Matched conditions: RENAL STONE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 07:38 UTC
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New suction technique may improve kidney stone removal
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a new way to remove kidney stone fragments after laser treatment, using a suction device called CVAC instead of the usual basket. About 132 adults with kidney stones took part. The goal was to see if the suction method leaves fewer stone pieces behind, which cou…
Matched conditions: RENAL STONE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Calyxo, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 07:37 UTC
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Which stent hurts less? new study compares silicone vs. plastic after stone removal
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a silicone stent (Imajin) causes less pain than standard non-silicone stents after kidney stone surgery. 224 adults with kidney or ureteral stones were randomly assigned to receive one of the two stents. Researchers measured pain intensity and how much p…
Matched conditions: RENAL STONE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC