๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-03-31

FANS vs CVAC for Medium to Large Stones (NCT07514351)

Randomized Controlled Trial of Flexible and Navigable Suction (FANS) vs. CVAC Suction Ureteroscope for Medium to Large Stones

๐ŸŸก Not Yet Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic โš™๏ธ Medical Device Protocol Sponsor: Ohio State University

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

Improvements in ureteroscopes have led to improved stone free rates. Two new devices (FANS - Flexible and Navigable Suction) and the CVAC ureteroscope have never been compared head to head. This trial will compare these two new suction ureteroscope technologies against each other

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Ohio State University โ€” Columbus, Ohio

Age range: 18 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

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Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Ohio State University โ€” Columbus, Ohio

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (614) 685-9181

Email: matthew.lee@osumc.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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