Clinical Trial

3D-CT vs Ellipsoid for JJ Stent Prediction Before ESWL

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Summary
This prospective single-center study compares 3D-CT volumetry versus traditional ellipsoid formula to determine critical stone burden predicting JJ stent necessity before ESWL for 1-2 cm renal stones. Fifty-six patients with single radio-opaque renal stones will receive up to two ESWL sessions using Dornier lithotripter without initial stenting. Stone characteristics will be assessed via NCCT: linear dimensions (ellipsoid formula), 3D volume (voxel-based segmentation), Hounsfield units, and skin-to-stone distance. Patients will be stratified by ESWL outcomes to compare volume measurements between clearance success and stent-requiring groups..
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07337954
Lead Sponsor Ain Shams University
Conditions Urolithiasis, Shock Wave Lithotripsy, Ureteral Stents
Enrollment 56 participants
Start Date 2024-01-01
Primary Completion 2024-06-30 (estimated)
Study Completion 2024-06-30 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-01-13