Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages Any age to 18

Comparing Needlescopic and Traditional Laparoscopic Hernia Repair in Children

Official title: Needlescopic Versus Traditional Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair in Pediatrics (A Prospective Comparative Study)

Run by Sohag University · NCT06660550 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing whether a new, smaller type of hernia surgery for kids works better than the traditional method in terms of recovery and results.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
AgesAny age to 18 Years
SexAll
Enrollment20 (estimated)
SponsorSohag University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Sohag)
StatusRecruiting
StartedNovember 1, 2024
Main results expectedMay 2025
Study endsAugust 2025
Registry record updatedNovember 27, 2024
Trial IDNCT06660550 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are children under 18 years old presenting with inguinal hernias.

Probably not a fit

Patients over 18 years old or those with complicated inguinal hernias will not benefit from this study.

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

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness of Needlescopic inguinal hernia repair compared to traditional laparoscopic repair in pediatric patients. It focuses on key outcomes such as operative time, cosmetic results, recurrence rates, and complications. The study will be conducted at Sohag University Hospital over a period of 6 to 9 months, following ethical approval. Preoperative assessments will include demographic data, medical history, and necessary imaging to confirm diagnoses.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved surgical outcomes and reduced complications for children undergoing hernia repair.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promising results with minimally invasive techniques in pediatric surgery, suggesting potential success for this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Include patients presented with inguinal hernia with age \< 18 years.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Age above 18 years.
2. Complicated inguinal hernia (e.g. irreducibility, obstruction and strangulation).
3. Pervious lower abdominal surgeries.

Where it's running

  • Sohag University Hospitals
    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.