Comparing robotic and laparoscopic surgery for diverticulitis treatment
RObotic vs LAparoscopic Colectomy for DIverticulitis. A Multicenter Observational Prospective Study.
S.M. Misericordia Hospital · NCT05829343
This study is testing whether robotic surgery is better than traditional laparoscopic surgery for treating diverticulitis by looking at things like recovery time and complications.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1450 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | S.M. Misericordia Hospital (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Grosseto, Tuscany) |
| Trial ID | NCT05829343 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
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.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 years old requiring elective or delayed urgent colorectal resection for left-sided diverticular disease.
Not a fit: Patients under 18 years old or those requiring urgent resection or conventional open surgery will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved surgical outcomes and reduced hospital stays for patients undergoing surgery for diverticulitis.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results for robotic surgery in similar contexts, indicating potential advantages over traditional laparoscopic approaches.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
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 this trial is running
Grosseto, Tuscany
- Department of General and Emergency Surgery. Misericordia Hospital. Director: Coratti Andrea, MD — Grosseto, Tuscany, Italy (RECRUITING)
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: Diverticular Diseases, Diverticulitis, Diverticular Disease, Robotic surgery, Laparoscopic surgery, Minimal invasive surgery, Colorectal surgery