Comparing robotic and laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy for obesity treatment
Robotic Versus Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy: Prospective Randomized Study.
This study is testing whether robotic surgery or traditional laparoscopic surgery works better for people with obesity who are getting sleeve gastrectomy.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Naples Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Naples, Italy) |
| Trial ID | NCT06629662 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to compare the outcomes of robotic versus laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, which are both surgical procedures for treating obesity. Patients suffering from obesity will be randomly assigned to either the robotic or laparoscopic approach to assess differences in surgical precision and operative time. The study follows the guidelines set by the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. By evaluating these two methods, the investigators hope to determine which approach yields better results for patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals suffering from obesity who meet the inclusion criteria set by the relevant surgical guidelines.
Not a fit: Patients who have previously undergone bariatric or abdominal surgery may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into the most effective surgical method for weight loss in obese patients.
How similar studies have performed: While robotic surgery is gaining traction in various surgical fields, this specific comparison of robotic versus laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * According to IFSO (International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity)/ASMBS (American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery) 2023 guidelines Exclusion Criteria: * Previous bariatric or abdominal surgery
Where this trial is running
Naples, Italy
- University of Naples Federico II — Naples, Italy, Italy (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Antonio Vitiello, MD PhD
- Email: antoniovitiello_@hotmail.it
- Phone: 0039 0817462792
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.