Magnetic stent removal spares kids from anesthesia

NCT ID NCT04384939

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

Summary

This study tested a special ureteral stent with a magnetic end in 67 children with urinary tract problems or kidney transplants. The goal was to see if the stent could be removed without general anesthesia, using a magnetic catheter instead. The approach aims to make the removal process simpler and less stressful for children.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
magnetic-end Double-J ureteral stent
What this could lead to
If successful, this could make stent removal easier and avoid the need for general anesthesia in children.
What could go wrong
This is a small feasibility study (67 children) with no control group, so results may not apply broadly. The magnetic removal system may fail in some cases.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hôpital Necker

    Paris, 75015, France

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