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New treatment option for Renal Stone
Official title Supervised Endoscopic Tele-controlled Intelligent Lithotripsy
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07411391
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This is a phase I feasibility study to investigate the use of a novel intelligent robotic retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS) platform. The TaloStone T1000 RIRS system can manipulate the flexible ureteroscope, with remote control of the instruments (laser fibre or basket) and ureteral access sheath movements.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 19 and older
You may be able to join if
- Adult patients \>18 years old
- Renal stone(s) less than 1cm 2cm in maximal length
- Clinically indicated for RIRS
- Willingness to participate as demonstrated by giving informed consent
You likely can't join if
- Patients with no preoperative CT imaging available
- Patients who are not recommended to receive RIRS
- Severe concomitant illness that drastically shortens life expectancy or increases risk of therapeutic intervention
- Untreated active infection
- Un-corrected coagulopathy
- Presence of another malignancy or distant metastasis
See the full eligibility criteria
- Adult patients \>18 years old
- Renal stone(s) less than 1cm 2cm in maximal length
- Clinically indicated for RIRS
- Willingness to participate as demonstrated by giving informed consent
- Patients with no preoperative CT imaging available
- Patients who are not recommended to receive RIRS
- Severe concomitant illness that drastically shortens life expectancy or increases risk of therapeutic intervention
- Untreated active infection
- Un-corrected coagulopathy
- Presence of another malignancy or distant metastasis
- Emergency surgery
- Vulnerable population (e.g. mentally disabled, pregnant)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 19 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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