A Study of Reusable Digital Flexible Ureteroscope vs a Single-Use Flexible Ureteroscope in the Treatment of Urolithiasis

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to determine if the performances of two types of scopes that are used to treat kidney stones are equivalent. This will help guide institutions in the future to purchase the best scopes for their patients.

 

 

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Patients scheduled for ureteroscopy and laser lithotripsy for individual renal stones ranging in size from 5 mm to 20 mm in all intrarenal locations

Exclusion Criteria: 

  • Patients < 18 years 
  • Pregnancy 
  • Patients with known nephrocalcinosis

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location Status

Scottsdale/Phoenix, Ariz.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Mitchell Humphreys, M.D.

Closed for enrollment

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