U.S., Aug. 27 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07788612) titled 'Comparison of Limited Fluoroscopy and Conventional URSL' on Aug. 20.
Brief Summary: Background: Ureteroscopic lithotripsy (URSL) is the standard treatment for ureteric stones. Conventional URSL employs routine fluoroscopy for guidewire positioning, scope advancement, stent placement, and complication detection. While facilitating the procedure, this approach exposes patients and operating theatre staff to ionizing radiation, with attendant long-term health risks and occupational hazards from lead apron use. Retrospective and prospective case series have suggested that URSL can be performed safely with limited or no fluoroscopy using...