Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Women only

Can ultrasound before surgery predict abdominal adhesions before laparoscopy

Official title: Accuracy of Transabdominal Ultrasound in Predicting Intraperitoneal Adhesions Prior to Laparoscopy

Run by Sohag University · NCT07605533 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This observational study tests whether a transabdominal ultrasound can detect intraperitoneal adhesions in women scheduled for laparoscopy.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
SexWomen only
Enrollment74 (estimated)
SponsorSohag University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Sohag)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMay 1, 2025
Main results expectedAugust 1, 2026
Study endsAugust 1, 2026
Registry record updatedMay 26, 2026
Trial IDNCT07605533 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Women scheduled for elective laparoscopy who have a history of previous abdominal surgeries, including prior transverse suprapubic or midline incisions or cesarean sections.

Probably not a fit

Patients without adhesions or with imaging that does not accurately predict adhesions may not benefit from ultrasound findings for trocar planning.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study compares preoperative transabdominal ultrasound findings with the intraoperative visualization of intraperitoneal adhesions, which is the reference standard during laparoscopy. It aims to see if ultrasound can safely guide the first trocar placement. Eligible participants include women with prior abdominal surgeries who are planned for elective laparoscopy, excluding emergencies, pregnancy, morbid obesity, and certain severe health conditions. No independent interventions are being tested beyond standard imaging and surgical procedures. The study is led by Sohag University at Sohag Faculty and involves only this site.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, ultrasound could help plan safer trocar insertion and reduce the risk of adhesions during laparoscopy.

How similar studies have gone: Previous work in imaging-based prediction of adhesions has shown variable accuracy; this study explores a preoperative ultrasound approach in a similar patient group.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Women scheduled for elective laparoscopy.
* Women with history of previous laparotomies.
* Women with previous transverse suprapubic and/or any midline incision.
* Women with previous caesarean section.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Women with Emergency laparoscopic surgeries (e.g., acute abdomen).
* Pregnancy at time of operation.
* Morbid obesity (BMI \> 40kg/m²), as excessive adipose tissue may limit ultrasound imaging.
* Severe medical conditions affecting participation (e.g., severe cardiac or pulmonary disease.

Where it's running

  • Sohag Faculty
    Sohag, Egypt
    Recruiting

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Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.