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Can perioperative low-molecular-weight heparin prevent venous thromboembolism safely and effectively in upper urinary tract stone patients at moderate-to-high thrombotic risk undergoing retrograde intrarenal surgery? A prospective randomized controlled study.

Efficacy and safety of low-molecular-weight heparin for the prevention of perioperative venous thromboembolism in upper urinary tract stone patients at moderate-to-high thrombotic risk undergoing retrograde intrarenal surgery: a prospective randomized controlled study.

Status
Active, not recruiting
Phases
Unknown
Study type
Interventional
Source
ChiCTR
Registry ID
ChiCTR2600124907
Enrollment
Unknown
Registered
2026-05-19
Start date
2026-06-20
Completion date
Unknown
Last updated
2026-05-25

For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Sourced from public registries and may not reflect the latest updates. Terms

Conditions

Upper urinary tract calculi

Interventions

Trial group (LMWH+IPC):Low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) combined with intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) during perioperative period: subcutaneous injection of LMWH daily (4000 IU for body we
5000 IU for >70 kg
half dose for patients with eGFR 30–60 mL/min/1.73m^2), discontinued 24 hours before surgery, resumed on the day of stable hemostasis postoperatively
IPC initiated within <=2 hours after surgery, continued until discharge or stable ambulation.
Control group (IPC only):Intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) alone: no prophylactic dose of LMWH used

Sponsors

Xiangya Hospital, Central South University
Lead Sponsor

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
All
Age
18 Years to 80 Years

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: 1. Aged 18–80 years, either sex; 2. Upper urinary tract calculi confirmed by CT or urinary ultrasonography, scheduled for unilateral or staged unilateral retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS); 3. Preoperative Caprini venous thromboembolism risk score =3, including moderate risk 3–4 and high risk =5; 4. ASA physical status I–III and able to tolerate general anesthesia; 5. Platelet count =100×10^9/L, without severe coagulation dysfunction; 6. Normal D-dimer, or elevated D-dimer with deep vein thrombosis excluded by lower-extremity ultrasonography; 7. Able to understand the study, voluntarily sign informed consent, and comply with perioperative lower-extremity venous ultrasonography and other necessary imaging examinations.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: 1. Known coagulation disorders, such as hemophilia, platelet count 1.5 times the normal value, fibrinogen =180 mmHg and/or diastolic blood pressure >=110 mmHg; patients whose blood pressure can be controlled below the above range after treatment may be included); 4. Women who are pregnant, lactating, or planning pregnancy; 5. Severe renal insufficiency (eGFR <30 mL·min^-1·1.73 m^-2); 6. Comorbid malignant tumors requiring long-term anticoagulation or chemotherapy; 7. Concurrent participation in other clinical trials; 8. Less than 2 days from admission to surgery, making it impossible to complete at least 2 days of preoperative LMWH administration.

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frame
Incidence of perioperative VTE during hospitalization;

Secondary

MeasureTime frame
Incidence of BARC grade >=2 bleeding;Benefit-risk ratio of thrombosis and bleeding;Postoperative length of hospital stay;Time to first ambulation;Operative time;Stone-free rate;Readmission related to residual stones;Perioperative dynamic change of D-dimer;Change in EQ-5D score;

Countries

China

Contacts

Public ContactChen Jinbo

Department of Urology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University

chenjinbo@csu.edu.cn+86 151 1633 1807

Outcome results

None listed

Source: ChiCTR (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: May 30, 2026