Repairing parastomal hernias using endoscopic techniques
Endoscopic Preperitoneal Parastomal Hernia Repair (ePauli Repair)
Sykehuset Innlandet HF · NCT04440514
This study is testing a new way to fix parastomal hernias using special techniques and tools to see if it helps patients recover better.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 150 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Sykehuset Innlandet HF (other) |
| Locations | 2 sites (Brumunddal and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT04440514 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study focuses on the laparoscopic and robotic extraperitoneal mesh repair of parastomal hernias. It utilizes the transversus abdominis release (TAR) technique combined with endoscopic trans-abdominal preperitoneal plasty (TAPP) to reinforce the repair with mesh according to the Sugarbaker principle. The study also addresses the repair of concomitant midline hernias using the enhanced-view Rives-Stoppa technique. The approach aims to improve surgical outcomes for patients with parastomal hernias.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults with a diagnosed parastomal hernia requiring surgical repair.
Not a fit: Patients under 18 years old will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to improved surgical outcomes and reduced recurrence rates for patients with parastomal hernias.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar laparoscopic and robotic approaches to hernia repair, indicating potential for success in this study.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * parastomal hernia with need of repair Exclusion Criteria: * \< 18 years
Where this trial is running
Brumunddal and 1 other locations
- Sykehuset Innlandet Hospital Trust — Brumunddal, Norway (ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION)
- Sykehuset Innlandet HF — Hamar, Norway (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: jan r lambrecht, PhD — Sykehuset Innlandet Hospital Trust
- Study coordinator: jan r lambrecht, PhD
- Email: jan@lambrecht.no
- Phone: 99703962
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: Parastomal Hernia, hernia, parastomal, robotic, laparoscopic, transversus abdominis release, repair, incisional