Kidney stone surgery showdown: one quick stretch vs. several small stretches
NCT ID NCT07279389
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compared two methods of widening the kidney passage during surgery to remove large kidney stones. One method uses a single, quick stretch (one-shot dilatation), while the other uses several gradual stretches (serial dilatation). Researchers looked at 60 adults to see which technique is safer, faster, and leads to fewer complications.
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 one technique proves faster or safer, it could become the preferred method for kidney stone surgery, reducing surgery time and hospital stays.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. It compares existing techniques, not a new breakthrough.
This is an AI summary of the original study and may miss details. Read our disclaimer.
Get updates
Get notified about this study
Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for PERCUTANEOUS NEPHROLITHOTOMY (PCNL) are added.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
-
Ain Shams University
Cairo, Cairo Governorate, 11865, Egypt
More trials for these conditions
Other studies related to the condition(s) this trial covers.
- Simple patient traits may predict epidural needle depth, reducing imaging needs
- Spinal anesthesia showdown: which additive offers better comfort for kidney stone surgery?
- New nerve block slashes opioid use in kidney stone surgery
- Tiny Aircraft-Inspired scope could revolutionize kidney stone removal
- New pain block could cut opioid use in kidney stone surgery
- Robot arm aims to make kidney stone surgery safer and faster