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Paraesophageal Hernia clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 6 Paraesophageal Hernia clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 2 countries (most in United States (4), Finland (2)). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
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- 2Countries
Newest Paraesophageal Hernia clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| Removing the hernia sac to lower crural tension during paraesophageal hernia repair | — | Grand Rapids, Michigan | Recruiting | Sep 29, 2025 |
| Comparing two surgical methods for hiatal hernia repair | — | Kuopio | Recruiting | Dec 10, 2024 |
| Using a new technique to repair large paraesophageal hernias | — | Chicago, Illinois | Recruiting | Aug 13, 2024 |
| Repairing large hiatal hernias using Ovitex mesh | — | Lone Tree, Colorado | Recruiting | Jan 5, 2024 |
| Comparing mesh and sutures for paraesophageal hernia repair | — | Cleveland, Ohio | Recruiting | Aug 3, 2023 |
| Comparing sutures and polyglactin mesh for hiatal hernia repair | — | Oulu | Recruiting | Jan 21, 2022 |
All recruiting trials (6)
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Removing the hernia sac to lower crural tension during paraesophageal hernia repair
This study will test whether taking out the hernia sac during paraesophageal hernia surgery lowers tension on the diaphragmatic crura in adults having repair for symptomatic paraesophageal hernia.
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Comparing two surgical methods for hiatal hernia repair
This study is testing which of two surgical methods for fixing hiatal hernias works better to prevent them from coming back and improve quality of life for patients.
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Using a new technique to repair large paraesophageal hernias
This study is testing a new surgical method for fixing large paraesophageal hernias in older patients to see if it works better and lasts longer than traditional repairs.
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Repairing large hiatal hernias using Ovitex mesh
This study is testing if a special mesh can help fix large hiatal hernias and see if it keeps them from coming back while also checking how safe it is for patients.
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Comparing mesh and sutures for paraesophageal hernia repair
This study is testing whether using a special mesh or stitches works better to prevent paraesophageal hernias from coming back after surgery for people who need this repair.
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Comparing sutures and polyglactin mesh for hiatal hernia repair
This study is testing whether using mesh instead of just stitches during surgery can help prevent paraesophageal hernias from coming back in patients.
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Quick answers
How many Paraesophageal Hernia clinical trials are recruiting right now?
6, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 2 countries. The most sites are in United States (4 trials), Finland (2 trials). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
Find the studies that fit you
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