Patient‐reported outcome measures of percutaneous nephrostomy vs JJ stent in obstructive urolithiasis: results of the STent Or NEphrostomy (STONE) randomised controlled trial

Key Points

• To compare patient-reported outcomes of percutaneous nephrostomy (PCN) and JJ stent in obstructive urolithiasis.
• Randomised controlled trial design
• Participants with obstructive urolithiasis
• Comparison of PCN and JJ stent interventions
• Assessment of health-related quality of life and pain levels
• Both PCN and JJ stent improved quality of life and pain comparably
• JJ stent resulted in more urinary symptoms and peak pain
• Better self-care reported with JJ stent
• Emphasis on minimizing drainage duration and considering individual symptoms for treatment decisions