New scope aims to bust kidney stones in one go

NCT ID NCT07071948

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This trial tests a new device called VISOR for removing kidney stones. It combines stone breaking, suction, and pressure control in one tool. About 20 adults with 1-3 cm stones will undergo surgery with VISOR. The goal is to see if it clears stones safely and effectively, with a CT scan within 24 hours and a follow-up at one month.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only โ€” not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
Multifunctional Integrated Flexible Ureteroscope (VISOR)
What this could lead to
If successful, this device could make kidney stone surgery safer and more effective, reducing the need for repeat procedures.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 20 participants. The device may not work as well in larger groups, and there are risks like infection or injury during surgery.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Kidney Calculi nephrolithiasis Nephrolithiasis, Calcium Oxalate ureterolithiasis urolithiasis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • 2nd Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University

    RECRUITING

    Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 230000, China

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