3D tech could help surgeons clear kidney stones completely
NCT ID NCT07299643
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether 3D models of the kidney can help predict if all kidney stones will be removed during surgery. Researchers analyzed 105 patients who had kidney stone surgery and used CT scans to create 3D images. They found that certain features of the kidney's shape and stone location could help predict whether any stones would be left behind. The goal is to help surgeons plan better and improve outcomes.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help surgeons plan kidney stone removal more accurately, reducing the chance of leftover stones.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, retrospective study, not a treatment trial. The model needs validation in larger, prospective studies before it can be used in practice.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Department of Urology, Affiliated Jinhua Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine,
Jinhua, Zhejiang, 321000, China
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