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R.I.R.S., RUSS, modified S-ReSC, CROES, Ito nomogram, TOHO, and STONE scores, as well as the renal parenchyma-to-renal volume ratio, were calculated from preoperative non-contrast computed tomography images. USSSF was defined as achievement of stone-free status or clinically insignificant residual fragments (CIRFs &lt;4 mm) after a single RIRS session, without postoperative complications, retreatment, or auxiliary procedures. Logistic regression and receiver operating characteristic analyses were performed. Results: USSSF was achieved in 90 patients (56.9%). Lower stone burden, fewer stones, absence of hydronephrosis or abnormal renal anatomy, no previous intervention, and greater surgeon experience were associated with USSSF. On multivariable analysis, higher CROES and Ito\u2019s nomogram scores independently predicted USSSF, whereas higher TOHO and RUSS scores were associated with lower success rates. Among all nephrolithometry systems, the CROES score and Ito\u2019s nomogram demonstrated the highest discriminative ability (area under the receiver operating characteristic curve [AUC], 0.896 and 0.862, respectively). Conclusions: In patients undergoing RIRS for 20\u201340 mm renal stones, the CROES score and Ito\u2019s nomogram were the strongest predictors of achieving USSSF. 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