Comparing robotic and laparoscopic surgery for diverticulitis treatment

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to evaluate the advantages of robotic colectomy over laparoscopic surgery for patients with diverticular disease. It will analyze data from a multicenter prospective cohort over one year, focusing on conversion rates to open surgery, intraoperative complications, postoperative morbidities, and hospital stay. The study will collect demographic and clinical data through a user-friendly database, ensuring comprehensive analysis of outcomes. The findings could provide valuable insights into the effectiveness of robotic surgery in this context.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age \> 18 years
* Elective or delayed urgency colorectal resection for left-sided DD
* Fully minimally invasive (robotic or laparoscopic) procedures.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Age \< 18 years
* Urgent resection for DD
* Hybrid minimally invasive resection
* Conventional open resection.

Where it's running

• Department of General and Emergency Surgery. Misericordia Hospital. Director: Coratti Andrea, MD
  Grosseto, Tuscany, Italy Recruiting

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.