Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 and up

New method for treating perianal abscesses using ultrasound

Official title: Randomized Controlled Multicenter Study for Diagnosis and Treatment of Perianal Abscesses.

Run by University Hospital, Umeå · NCT02306382 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a new way to drain perianal abscesses using ultrasound to see if it works better and causes fewer problems than traditional surgery.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment200 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Umeå
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Umeå, County of Vasterbotten §)
StatusRecruiting
StartedDecember 2012
Main results expectedDecember 2025
Study endsDecember 2028
Registry record updatedNovember 29, 2023
Trial IDNCT02306382 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults over 18 who have a perianal abscess requiring surgical treatment.

Probably not a fit

Patients under 18 or those unable to understand the study information due to language barriers or cognitive impairments will not benefit from this study.

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

What this trial studies

This study investigates a novel approach to draining perianal abscesses using 3D ultrasonography instead of traditional surgical methods. The goal is to provide a more controlled drainage procedure that minimizes complications such as recurrences and the formation of chronic fistulas. Patients over 18 with a diagnosed perianal abscess will be informed about the study and, if eligible, will provide consent to participate. The study aims to assess the effectiveness of ultrasound-guided drainage in comparison to conventional techniques.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to fewer complications and improved healing for patients with perianal abscesses.

How similar studies have gone: This technique has not been widely tested in larger studies, making it a novel approach in this field.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* perianal abscess that needs surgical treatment, over the age of 18

Exclusion Criteria:

* Under the age of 18 or unable to understand study information because of language difficulties or dementia.

Where it's running

  • Department of Surgery
    Umeå, County of Vasterbotten §, Sweden
    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.
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