About this trial
This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the efficacy and safety of a Flexible and Navigable Suction Ureteral Access Sheath (FANS) versus a standard ureteral access sheath during flexible ureterorenoscopy (FURS) in pediatric patients with renal stones less than 2 cm. The study will evaluate stone-free rates. operative time. intraoperative parameters. operative and postoperative complication and the need for any auxiliary procedures. Sixty pediatric patients will be randomly allocated into two equal groups and treated at the Urology Department, Tanta University.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Pediatric patients (age ≤ 18 years)
Patients with renal stones less than 2 cm
Indicated for flexible ureterorenoscopy
Fit for general anesthesia
Disqualifiers
Stones larger than 2 cm
Active urinary tract infection
Congenital urinary tract anomalies affecting access
Previous ureteral surgery affecting the ureter
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Standard Ureteral Access Sheath (Boston Scientific).
- Flexible and Navigable Suction UAS (ClearPetra).