New suction tool aims to blast kidney stones away for good

NCT ID NCT07238803

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Zagazig University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a flexible suction sheath (FANS) used with a ureteroscope to remove kidney stones from the lower part of the kidney. About 33 adults with lower calyceal stones will be enrolled. The goal is to see if the device helps clear all stones completely.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: flexible and navigable suction sheath (FANS) device
What this could lead to: If it works, this could make kidney stone removal more effective and reduce the need for additional procedures.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early study with only 33 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The device may not improve stone clearance or could cause complications.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Kidney Calculi nephrolithiasis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

KIDNEY CALCULI KIDNEY STONE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Zagazig University Hospitals
RECRUITING

Zagazig, 44511, Egypt

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