Comparing two surgical methods for Crohn's disease treatment

Stapled Antimesenteric Functional End-to-end Anastomosis (Kono-S) Versus Stapled Antimesenteric Isoperistaltic Side-to-side Anastomosis for the Postoperative Recurrence of Crohn's Disease: a Randomized Control Trial Study

Not applicable Interventional Jinling Hospital, China · NCT05658081

This study is testing which of two surgical methods works better for treating Crohn's disease in patients needing bowel surgery to see which one leads to fewer problems after the operation.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment236 (estimated)
Ages16 Years to 60 Years
SexAll
SponsorJinling Hospital, China Academic / other
Locations1 site (Nanjing, Jiangsu)
Trial IDNCT05658081 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to compare the effectiveness of two different surgical techniques for performing anastomosis in patients with Crohn's disease who require bowel resection. One method involves a stapled anti-mesenteric functional end-to-end anastomosis, while the other uses a stapled antimesenteric isoperistaltic side-to-side anastomosis. The study will evaluate the postoperative recurrence rates of Crohn's disease associated with each technique. By determining which method is superior, the trial seeks to improve surgical outcomes for patients with this chronic condition.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients with Crohn's disease who require bowel resection and anastomosis.

Not a fit: Patients who have undergone enterostomy or small bowel anastomosis, or those anticipating participation in another trial, may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to reduced recurrence rates of Crohn's disease after surgery, improving patient quality of life.

How similar studies have performed: While the specific comparison of these two anastomosis techniques may be novel, previous studies have shown varying success with different surgical approaches for Crohn's disease.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* patients with Crohn's disease needing bowel resection and anastomosis;
* ileocolic anastomosis;
* written consent acquired

Exclusion Criteria:

* patients underwent enterostomy;
* small bowel anastomosis;
* anticipating other trial.

Where this trial is running

Nanjing, Jiangsu

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Crohn DiseaseRecurrence
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 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.