Comparison of tamsulosin with placebo in relieving ureteral stent related lower urinary tract symptoms.

Abstract

Objective: To compare efficacy of tamsulosin verses placebo in relieving ureteral stent related lower urinary tract symptoms. Study Design: Randomized Control study. Setting: Department of Urology and Renal Transplant, Allied Hospital I/ Faisalabad Medical University, Faisalabad. Period: 1^st June 2024 to 30^th November 2024. Methods: Total number of 60 patients who underwent ureteroscopy and DJ stenting for ureteric stones were selected, and divided into 2 groups. Group A (administered with tamsulosin) and Group B (with placebo). IPSS score calculated at 21^th day after procedure. Scores of both groups were compared. Results: Patient of group A who were given tamsulosin had less lower urinary tract symptoms as compared to patient who received placebo drug. Conclusion: Tamsulosin significantly improved lower urinary tract symptoms caused by DJ stents.