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New treatment option for Hernia
Official title Preoptimisation in Ventral Hernia Surgery
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07316426
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study is a multicentre, single-blinded, randomised controlled trial. Ventral hernia patients with an aperture width between four and eight centimetres are randomised to either participation in a multimodal preoptimisation programme, including interventions to increase physical activity, promote weight loss, and optimise the treatment of comorbidities, or to surgery without structured preoptimisation.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Patients with a ventral hernia with a defect width of at least 4 cm.
- Symptom burden related to the hernia sufficient to justify surgical intervention.
- Age ≥ 18 years.
You likely can't join if
- Expected survival of less than three years.
- Inability to comprehend oral and written information or to provide informed consent.
- Acute complication of the hernia requiring emergency surgical intervention.
- General condition characterised by severe limitations in physical functional capacity.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Gällivare, Norrbotten County, Sweden
- Luleå, Norrbotten County, Sweden
- Lycksele, Västerbotten County, Sweden
- Skellefteå, Västerbotten County, Sweden
- Umeå, Västerbotten County, Sweden
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
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, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Gällivare, Norrbotten County, Sweden; Luleå, Norrbotten County, Sweden; Lycksele, Västerbotten County, Sweden; Skellefteå, Västerbotten County, Sweden; Umeå, Västerbotten County, Sweden. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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