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The Effect of Acupuncture on Passing Ureteral Stones

RecruitingNAAges 18 Years - 65 YearsAllHitit University
NCT07893431 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

Ureteral stones are a common condition, especially small and distal stones, and can cause renal colic pain. Medical expulsive therapy (MET) is widely used to facilitate stone passage. In this prospective, non-randomized, controlled study, the effect of acupuncture administered in addition to MET on the spontaneous passage of ureteral stones will be evaluated. A total of 40 patients with ureteral stones are planned to be included in the study. Patients will be followed in two groups: MET and acupuncture administered in addition to MET. During the ten-day follow-up period, the stone passage rate, time to stone passage, pain severity, and need for analgesic use will be evaluated. The aim of the study is to investigate the effect of adding acupuncture to MET on ureteral stone passage and symptoms.

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Patients aged 18-65 years. 2. Patients with a radiologically confirmed unilateral ureteral stone. 3. Stone size between 3 and 10 mm. 4. Patients with a distal or mid-ureteral stone. 5. Patients with a clinical condition suitable for conservative treatment. 6. Patients who provide written informed consent to participate in the study. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Stone size \>10 mm or clinical conditions requiring surgical/endoscopic intervention. 2. Fever, urinary tract infection, or signs of sepsis. 3. Severe hydronephrosis or renal dysfunction. 4. Pregnancy. 5. Solitary kidney or bilateral urinary tract obstruction. 6. Previous intervention for the current ureteral stone. 7. Bleeding diathesis or anticoagulant therapy that constitutes a contraindication to acupuncture. 8. Dermatological or systemic diseases that prevent acupuncture application. 9. Patients who are unable to comply with the study protocol or follow-up.
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What it tests

  • medical expulsive therapy (tamsulosin)
  • Acupuncture
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Where

1 site
Hitit university
Çorum, Turkey (Türkiye)
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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