Routine urine test before stent removal may be unnecessary
NCT ID NCT04913753
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether a routine urine culture before removing a ureteral stent (a small tube from kidney to bladder) helps prevent urinary infections. Over 2200 adults were split into two groups: one got the standard urine test, the other did not. Researchers then tracked infections for one month after removal to see if the test made any difference.
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 skipping routine urine cultures before stent removal is safe, saving time and healthcare costs.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not change practice if results are inconclusive or limited to this hospital setting.
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BRUYERE
Tours, 37044, France
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