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Efficacy and Safety of Narrow Focus (F1) Versus Wide Focus (F3) of Shock Wave Lithotripsy (SWL) for Renal Calculi
Sponsor: Benha University
Summary
This study aims to compare the narrow focus (F1) versus the wide focus (F3) in terms of the efficacy of Shock Wave Lithotripsy (SWL) in the management of renal calculi 1-2 cm and their injurious effect on the kidney.
Official title: Which is Better: Narrow vs. Wide Focus for Shock Wave Lithotripsy of Renal Stones
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
140
Start Date
2021-02-01
Completion Date
2023-11-30
Last Updated
2026-10-15
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Shock Wave Lithotripsy (SWL)
Shock Wave Lithotripsy (SWL) with focal size 2mm (F1), and 3000 shocks or Shock Wave Lithotripsy (SWL) with focal size 8mm (F3), and 3000 shocks
Locations (1)
Faculty of Medicine, Benha University
Banhā, Kalyobiya, Egypt