NCT06786702 The Importance of Preserving the Round Ligament in the Repair of Inguinal Hernias in Women
| NCT ID | NCT06786702 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Muhammet Mustafa Vural |
| Condition | Inguinal Hernia |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 106 participants |
| Start Date | 2024-04-20 |
| Primary Completion | 2025-04-30 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 106 participants in total. It began in 2024-04-20 with a primary completion date of 2025-04-30.
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Brief Summary
The aim of this study is to evaluate the impact of preserving or not preserving the round ligament during laparoscopic Trans Abdominal Pre-Peritoneal (TAPP) hernia repair on postoperative outcomes in female patients. Specifically, the study will compare outcomes such as postoperative pain, seroma, hematoma, prolapsus of uterina , recurrence rates, and quality of life between patients whose round ligament was preserved versus those whose ligament was cut.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * For patients applying to the General Surgery Clinic of Basaksehir Cam Sakura City Hospital: * Age Range: Female patients aged between 18 and 70 years. * Type of Hernia: Patients with inguinal, direct or indirect, femoral, and obturator hernias. * Surgical Indication: Patients indicated for TAPP (Transabdominal Preperitoneal) surgery. * Consent: Patients who consent to participate in the study. * General Anesthesia: Patients who are suitable for general anesthesia. * Follow-up: Patients who attend follow-up appointments regularly. Exclusion Criteria: * Age: Female patients under 18 years old or over 70 years old. * Surgical Technique: Patients who are operated on with techniques other than TAPP (e.g., TEP, conventional surgery). * Hernia Type: Patients with strangulated or incarcerated hernias. * Hernia Location: Patients with hernias outside the groin region. * Surgical Site: Surgeries performed in different clinics. * Gender: Male patients.
Contact & Investigator
Muhammet M. Vural, M.D
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Basakşehir Çam Sakura Şehir Hastanesi
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06786702 clinical trial?
This trial is open to female participants only, aged 18 Years or older, up to 70 Years, studying Inguinal Hernia. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06786702 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06786702 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at mvural2995@gmail.com for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06786702 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT06786702 clinical trial?
NCT06786702 is sponsored by Muhammet Mustafa Vural. The principal investigator is Muhammet M. Vural, M.D at Basakşehir Çam Sakura Şehir Hastanesi. The trial plans to enroll 106 participants.