Feasibility of Radiation-Free Percutaneus Nephrolithotomy for Kidney Stones

The goal of this observational study is to investigate the feasibility of ultrasound-guided percutaneus nephrolithotomy in patients with kidney stones. The main question's it aims to answer are: Does the use of ultrasound in percutaneus nephrolithotomy affect stone free rates, defined by no stone or stone \<2mm, on follow up visit? Does the use of ultrasound in percutaneus nephrolithotomy affect complication rates, categorized by Clavien system? Researchers will compare ultrasound-guided percutaneus nephrolithotomy to traditional nephrolithotomy using fluoroscopy to see if outcomes differ. Participants will be chosen for any of the above interventions at surgeon's discretion.

NCT Number	NCT06922006
Lead Sponsor	University of California, San Diego
Conditions	Kidney Stones
Enrollment	67 participants
Start Date	2024-03-26
Primary Completion	2025-05 (estimated)
Study Completion	2025-06 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2025-04-10