Clinical Trial

Acoustic Impedance Matching in ESWL Coupling

Completed
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Summary
The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of different salt concentrations (tonicity) in the coupling fluid used during Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL). The study compares three types of coupling fluids: hypotonic (degassed water), isotonic (0.9% NaCl), and hypertonic (3% NaCl) solutions. Researchers aim to determine which solution provides the best stone fragmentation success while minimizing procedure-related pain and skin complications.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07585435
Lead Sponsor Konya City Hospital
Conditions Kidney Stones
Enrollment 294 participants
Start Date 2023-07-01
Primary Completion 2026-02-28 (estimated)
Study Completion 2026-02-28 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-05-13