NEPHROLITHIASIS

This study looked at 60 adults with kidney stones between 2 and 3 cm. It compared two types of keyhole surgery: one using a flexible scope through the urine passage with a laser and suction, and the other using a tiny cut in the back. The goal was to see which method removes ston…

This study looked at three different methods for removing kidney stones up to 2 centimeters in size. 90 adults with a single kidney stone were randomly assigned to one of three groups: surgery with a traditional tube, surgery with a suction tube, or surgery without any tube. The …

This study tested a device called Break Wave™ that uses sound waves to break kidney stones into tiny pieces. 64 adults with stones in the upper urinary tract took part. The goal was to see if the device is safe and can break stones into fragments small enough to pass on their own…

This study looked at 180 children aged 6 to 12 with hard kidney stones (1-2 cm) in the lower part of the kidney. It compared two surgeries: mini percutaneous nephrolithotomy (a small tube through the back) and flexible ureteroscopy (a scope through the urinary tract). The goal wa…

This study tested two approaches to prevent kidney stones in adults who have had at least two stones in the past five years. One group received a personalized prevention plan based on their urine test results, while the other group followed a standard diet and medication plan. Th…

This study tested whether a special laser microscope, used during a scope procedure of the kidney and ureter, can accurately tell normal tissue from tumors in the upper urinary tract. 29 adults with blood in urine, kidney stones, or other urinary issues took part. The goal was to…

This study tested two different tools used during surgery to remove kidney stones up to 20 mm. One is a traditional sheath that lets fluid and stone fragments flow out passively, and the other is a newer suction sheath that actively pulls out fragments. The goal was to see which …

This study looked at 640 children aged 6 to 18 who needed surgery for large kidney stones. Half got the standard surgery with a temporary drainage tube left in the kidney, and half got a newer 'tubeless' version without the tube. The goal was to see if the tubeless method is just…

This study tested whether taking tadalafil (Cialis), tamsulosin (Flomax), or both before kidney stone surgery helps doctors place a larger tube (access sheath) to remove stones more easily. 220 adults having surgery for kidney stones were randomly assigned to one of four groups: …

This study tested whether a new flexible access sheath with suction can make kidney stone surgery faster and safer compared to a standard sheath. Fifty adults with kidney stones 10 mm or larger were randomly assigned to one of the two sheaths during a minimally invasive procedure…

This study tested whether a special nerve block called the erector spinae plane (ESP) block can improve pain relief after flexible ureteroscopy (URS) surgery for kidney stones. Seventy adults were randomly assigned to receive either the ESP block plus standard pain care or standa…

This study looked at 60 adults having kidney stone surgery to see how different anesthesia flows affect eye pressure and the optic nerve. Patients were placed face-down and given either low-flow or high-flow anesthesia. The goal was to find which method better protects the eyes d…

This study looked at why and how people with a history of kidney stones stick to drinking more fluids. Researchers gave 172 adults a smart water bottle and a phone app to track their water intake for 3 months. The goal was to understand what helps people form healthy habits, not …

This study looked at 90 adults having kidney stone surgery to see if spinal or general anesthesia affects inflammation differently. Researchers used routine blood tests (NLR, RDW, LAR) taken before and after surgery. No extra blood draws were needed. The goal was to learn which a…