New study tests quicker way to spot kidney reflux in kids during surgery
NCT ID NCT07334821
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two imaging tests—PIC cystography and VCUG—for diagnosing vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) in children. VUR is a condition where urine flows backward from the bladder to the kidneys, which can lead to infections. The trial will enroll 60 children undergoing endoscopic surgery, and researchers will see if the newer PIC method, done during surgery, matches the standard VCUG in detecting reflux. The goal is to find a more efficient way to diagnose VUR without extra procedures.
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 show that PIC cystography is a reliable alternative to VCUG for diagnosing vesicoureteral reflux in children, potentially reducing the need for separate imaging procedures.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage diagnostic study with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to all children. The PIC cystogram is done during surgery, which limits its use to specific cases.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Marmara University School of Medicine Urology Department
Istanbul, Pendik, 34854, Turkey (Türkiye)
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