Comparing laparoscopic and open surgery for inguinal hernias in elderly patients
Comparison of Laparoscopic and Open Inguinal Hernia Repair in Elderly Patients
NA · Konya City Hospital · NCT06417346
This study is trying to see which surgery method, laparoscopic or open, works better for older patients with inguinal hernias in terms of recovery and complications.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 160 (estimated) |
| Ages | 65 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Konya City Hospital (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Van) |
| Trial ID | NCT06417346 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to compare the effectiveness and outcomes of laparoscopic versus open inguinal hernia repair techniques specifically in patients aged over 65. It addresses the lack of consensus on the preferred surgical method for this demographic, considering factors such as recovery time and anesthesia type. The study will evaluate postoperative complications, pain levels, and the rate of relapse between the two surgical approaches. By focusing on elderly patients, the research seeks to provide insights that could guide surgical decisions in this population.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients aged over 65 who have been diagnosed with inguinal hernias.
Not a fit: Patients younger than 65 years or those with incarcerated or strangulated hernias may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could help determine the safer and more effective surgical approach for elderly patients undergoing inguinal hernia repair.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown varying results regarding the effectiveness of laparoscopic versus open techniques, but this specific comparison in elderly patients is less explored.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients with inguinal hernias. * Patients aged over 65. Exclusion Criteria: * Younger than 65 years. * Incarcerated or strangulated inguinal hernias.
Where this trial is running
Van
- University of Health Science Van Training and Research Hospital — Van, Turkey (Türkiye) (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Abdullah Hilmi Yılmaz, MD
- Email: drabdullahhilmi@gmail.com
- Phone: 0432 222 00 10
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Urinary Retention, Postoperative Complications, Pain, Relapse