Pills before surgery may help remove kidney stones faster

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: tadalafil, tamsulosin, both, or a placebo. The goal was to see if these medications relax the ureter enough to allow a bigger sheath, which could make the procedure safer and more effective.