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New treatment option for Colon Anastomosis
Official title Flexagon Plus OTOLoc Colon Anastomosis in Patients Undergoing Surgery
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06915818
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The primary objective of this trial is to investigate the safety and effectiveness of the Flexagon SFM system plus OTOLoc when used to create a Ileo-colic and Colo-colonic anastomoses in participants undergoing colon surgery.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 22 and older
You may be able to join if
- Aged 22 years or older at screening
- Candidate for surgery requiring Right Hemicolectomy or Sigmoid / Low Anterior resection (with anastomosis above the peritoneal reflection) with...
- Able to understand and sign informed consent document
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) score \< IV at time of procedure
- All cancer patients must have completed chemotherapy ≥2 months prior to procedure
You likely can't join if
- Known or suspected allergy to silicone, nickel, titanium or Nitinol
- BMI \> 55 kg/m2
- Uncontrolled diabetes (defined as HbA1c \>10%)
- Congenital or acquired anomalies of the GI tract, including atresia or malrotation that would inhibit passing of SFM magnet
- Diagnosed with obstructed or perforated colon cancer
- Any documented conditions for which endoscopy and/or laparoscopy would be contraindicated or history of previous technically difficult or failed...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Aged 22 years or older at screening
- Candidate for surgery requiring Right Hemicolectomy or Sigmoid / Low Anterior resection (with anastomosis above the peritoneal reflection) with cardiac/medical clearance for surgery
- Able to understand and sign informed consent document
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) score \< IV at time of procedure
- All cancer patients must have completed chemotherapy ≥2 months prior to procedure
- Lives, and intends to remain, within a 300 kilometers radius of study center for the duration of the study
- Able to refrain from smoking during study follow-up period
- Known or suspected allergy to silicone, nickel, titanium or Nitinol
- BMI \> 55 kg/m2
- Uncontrolled diabetes (defined as HbA1c \>10%)
- Congenital or acquired anomalies of the GI tract, including atresia or malrotation that would inhibit passing of SFM magnet
- Diagnosed with obstructed or perforated colon cancer
- Any documented conditions for which endoscopy and/or laparoscopy would be contraindicated or history of previous technically difficult or failed endoscopy that may suggest difficulty during endoscopic delivery of magnets
- Any previous major surgery on the stomach, duodenum, hepatobiliary tree, pancreas, Whipple or right colon
- History of recurrent small bowel obstructions.
- Coagulation deficiency not normalized by medical treatment or platelet count \<50,000/µL
- Known moderate to severe renal disease (eGFR \< 44 milliliters per minute per 1.73m2) or ongoing dialysis
- Hyperkalemia / hypercoagulability or prior Venus Thromboembolism / Pulmonary Embolism
- Immunocompromised (e.g., active treatment for malignancies, hematologic malignancy, on immunosuppressive therapy, moderate or severe primary immunodeficiency, advanced or untreated HIV, active treatment with high-dose...
- Congestive heart failure with ejection fraction \<35% or clinically significant arrhythmia (any rhythm disturbances except sinus tachycardia, sinus bradycardia or a sinus rhythm with premature atrial or ventricular...
- Decompensated chronic obstructive lung disease
- Active or suspected infection at the surgical site or a CDC Class 3/contaminated or Class 4/dirty-infected surgical wound.
- Contraindication to general anesthesia
- Breast-feeding, pregnant, or planning on becoming pregnant during the follow-up period
- Currently participating or has participated in another clinical trial within the past 30 days and is receiving/has received an investigational drug, device, or biologic agent
- Contraindication to general anesthesia
- Participant is not appropriate for inclusion in the clinical trial, per the medical opinion of the Principal Investigator
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Santiago, Huechuraba, Región Metropolitana, Chile
- Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India
Compensation & support
A stipend or compensation may be offered.
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 22 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Santiago, Huechuraba, Región Metropolitana, Chile; Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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