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Anastomotic Leak clinical trials and research

As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 9 Anastomotic Leak clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 7 countries (most in China (2), United States (2), Egypt (1)). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.

Newest Anastomotic Leak clinical trials

StudyPhaseWhereStatusRegistered
Using fingertip CRP point-of-care tests to spot leaks after elective colorectal surgery — Amiens Recruiting Mar 11, 2026
Gastric preconditioning before esophagectomy for patients at high risk of anastomotic leak — Basking Ridge, New Jersey and 6 other locations Recruiting Mar 4, 2026
Signia circular stapler for left-sided colon, sigmoid, and rectal resections — New Haven, Connecticut and 9 other locations Recruiting Jan 20, 2026
Causes and outcomes of anastomotic leaks after colorectal surgery — Minya, Minya Governorate Recruiting Aug 27, 2025
Leakage risk after ileo-colic sutures using MonoPlus® following right hemicolectomy — Göppingen, Baden-Wurttemberg and 3 other locations Recruiting Aug 20, 2025
Modified transanal drainage tube to prevent anastomotic leaks after rectal cancer surgery — Yuzhong, Chongqing Municipality Recruiting Jun 25, 2025
Comparing early and late resumption of oral feeding after bowel surgery — Peshawar, KPK Recruiting Apr 2, 2025
Comparing two surgical techniques for anal function after low rectal cancer surgery — Guangzhou, Guangdong Recruiting Jul 13, 2023
Using endoscopic vacuum therapy for treating defects in the upper gastrointestinal tract — Amsterdam Recruiting Nov 7, 2022

All recruiting trials (9)

Related topics

Anastomotic LeaksColon CancerColorectal AnastomosisColorectal CancerColorectal SurgeryDigestive System DiseasesDiverticulitisEnhanced Recovery After SurgeryGastrointestinal DiseasesIntestinal DiseasesLow Anterior Resection SyndromePostoperative ComplicationsRectal DiseasesRectal Neoplasms

Quick answers

How many Anastomotic Leak clinical trials are recruiting right now?

9, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where are these trials running?

In 7 countries. The most sites are in China (2 trials), United States (2 trials), Egypt (1 trial), France (1 trial), Germany (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.

How do I join one?

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Last reviewed 2026-11-12 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.