Tiny organisms, big clues: study links microbes to kidney stones and cancer
NCT ID NCT04669860
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 24 times
Summary
This study looks at the bacteria and fungi living in the urinary tract of people with calcium kidney stones or kidney cancer, compared to healthy volunteers. Researchers will collect urine, stone fragments, and tissue samples to map the microbial community. The goal is to better understand how these tiny organisms might be linked to disease, which could lead to new insights for future treatments.
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University of Miami
Miami, Florida, 33136, United States
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