CT 'Fingerprint' may predict kidney stone smash success in kids
NCT ID NCT07657832
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether a measurement called the stone heterogeneity index (SHI), taken from a CT scan, can predict how well shock wave lithotripsy (SWL) breaks up upper urinary tract stones in children aged 1 to 18. Researchers will follow 286 children for three months after their last SWL session to see if SHI is linked to stone-free outcomes. They will also track any leftover stone fragments for one year to understand factors affecting regrowth or the need for further procedures.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If the stone heterogeneity index reliably predicts success, doctors could better select children for shock wave therapy, avoiding ineffective treatments.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. The index may not prove accurate enough to change clinical practice, and results may not apply to all stone types.
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Mansoura University
Al Mansurah, Mansoura, Egypt