UROLITHIASIS

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 tested whether citrate mixtures can safely dissolve large, coral-shaped urate kidney stones. Forty-nine adults with these stones took citrate to make their urine less acidic, aiming to shrink the stones and protect kidney function. The main goal was to see if the stone…

This study compared three common procedures for removing medium-sized, hard kidney stones (not in the lower part of the kidney). 300 adults were randomly assigned to receive flexible ureteroscopy (FURS), shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL), or mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy (Mini-PC…

This study compared two types of surgery for removing kidney stones: standard PCNL and a smaller version called mini-PCNL. The goal was to see which one causes less blood loss and has fewer complications. 18 adults with kidney stones took part, and researchers measured things lik…

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 a new steerable catheter system called CVAC® to remove kidney stones. Thirty adults who needed stone removal surgery took part. The goal was to see if the device safely and effectively clears stones from the kidney.

This study tested whether using a smartwatch, a connected water bottle, and a mobile app can help people who have had kidney stones drink more water as their doctor recommends. 216 adults with a history of kidney stones and low urine volume took part. The goal was to see if these…

This study tested whether taking tamsulosin or silodosin (drugs often used for prostate issues) before a kidney stone surgery called RIRS makes it easier to insert a protective tube and reduces injury to the ureter. 140 adults with kidney stones were randomly assigned to receive …

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 tested a new, smaller scope called the "Aircraft Nephroscope" for removing kidney stones. 216 adults with kidney stones had surgery using this tool. The main goal was to see if it could remove stones completely and safely. Results focused on how many stones were gone t…

This study looked at whether leaving out the urinary catheter after ureteroscopic stone surgery can lower pain and the urgent need to urinate. 180 adults with kidney stones took part. The goal was to find a better way to recover with fewer side effects.

This study compared two common surgeries for removing large upper ureteral stones (10-20 mm): ureteroscopic lithotripsy (URS), where a thin scope breaks the stone through the urinary passage, and laparoscopic ureterolithotomy (LU), where small abdominal incisions allow direct sto…

This study tested whether using a simple stress ball can help people feel less pain and anxiety during a common kidney stone treatment called ESWL. 64 adults having their first ESWL session were asked to squeeze a stress ball during the procedure. Researchers measured their pain,…

This study tested a new way to remove kidney stone fragments after laser treatment, using a suction device called CVAC instead of the usual basket. About 132 adults with kidney stones took part. The goal was to see if the suction method leaves fewer stone pieces behind, which cou…

This study looked at whether structured education from a nurse could help patients feel less anxious and have a better quality of life when undergoing shock wave treatment for kidney stones. 188 adults having this treatment for the first time took part. The education aimed to red…

This study involved 61 adults with kidney stones who had a laser procedure to break them up. Researchers used CT scans before surgery to measure stone size and density. They then tracked how much laser energy was actually used during successful treatments. The goal was to create …

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 two ways of giving anesthesia during kidney stone surgery. 62 adults were split into two groups: one got a very low gas flow (minimal-flow) and the other a slightly higher flow (low-flow). The goal was to see if the minimal-flow method used less anesthesia me…

This study looked at 70 adults having kidney stone surgery to see if the amount of air given by the breathing machine (tidal volume) affects how the surgery goes. Patients were split into two groups: low tidal volume (less than 500 mL) or standard tidal volume (500 mL or more). T…

This study looked at 56 adults with single kidney stones to see if a 3D-CT scan could better predict the need for a ureteral stent before shockwave lithotripsy compared to the standard formula. Researchers measured stone volume using both methods and found that a volume over 1.88…

This study looked at 500 patients who had surgery for large kidney stones to find out how much bleeding actually occurs. The goal was to see if the real-world risk is lower than what is often reported in medical literature. The study only included patients treated by one surgeon …