Duration of Ureteral Rest Prior to Ureteral Reconstruction Surgery

Launched by NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY · Apr 22, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at how long patients should wait after having a ureteral stent converted to a percutaneous nephrostomy tube before undergoing ureteral reconstruction surgery for a condition called ureteral stricture. A ureteral stricture is a narrowing of the tube that carries urine from the kidneys to the bladder, which can cause problems with urination. The researchers want to find out if the length of this waiting period affects the length of the stricture that needs to be treated during surgery.

To participate in this trial, you need to be at least 18 years old and scheduled for ureteral reconstruction surgery after having a stent changed to a nephrostomy tube. You should also be able to understand and sign a consent form to join the study. The trial is currently recruiting participants of all genders. If you join, you can expect to help researchers learn more about the best approaches to treating ureteral strictures, which may improve outcomes for future patients.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • \>18 years of age
• • Undergoing ureteral reconstruction surgery for ureteral stricture with conversion of an indwelling stent to a percutaneous nephrostomy tube for ureteral rest
• • Willing to sign informed consent form
• • Able to read and understand informed consent form
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • \<18 years of age
• • Inability to provide informed consent
• • Members of vulnerable patient populations