Examining surgical outcomes for urgent incisional hernia repairs
ACute Treatment of Incisional Ventral Hernia: an Italian Collaborative Study
This study looks at how well different types of surgery for urgent incisional hernias work to help patients recover in the short and long term.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 500 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Ospedale San Camillo Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Trento) |
| Trial ID | NCT05620121 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study focuses on the surgical outcomes of patients undergoing non-elective surgery for incisional hernias. Researchers will retrospectively collect data from various centers to compare the outcomes of minimally invasive and laparotomic surgical approaches. The study aims to assess 30-day morbidity and both short- and long-term surgical results, addressing the complexities associated with abdominal wall defects. The findings could help refine surgical techniques and improve patient care in this area.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older who require urgent or emergent surgery for incisional hernias.
Not a fit: Patients who are pregnant, over 80 years old, or have primitive abdominal wall hernias will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved surgical outcomes and recovery for patients undergoing urgent repairs of incisional hernias.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with minimally invasive techniques for hernia repairs, indicating a trend towards improved outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients of both sexes, * ≥ 18 years old * IH surgery in urgent/emergent settings * open or minimally invasive surgical approach Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnant women * ≥ 80 years old patients * primitive abdominal wall hernias * perineal or parastomal hernias
Where this trial is running
Trento
- Lorenzo Crepaz — Trento, Italy (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Lorenzo Crepaz
- Email: lorenzo.crepaz1@gmail.com
- Phone: 3408848802
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.