Clinical trials
Hernia clinical trials
Below are recruiting hernia clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 182 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06193551Recruiting
Ovitex use in large hiatal hernia repair
This trial tests a product called Ovitex used during surgery to fix a large hiatal hernia (a condition where the stomach pushes up into the chest). If you are scheduled for this surgery, Ovitex may help improve the repair.
Lone Tree, ColoradoAges 18–85 - NCT06457971Recruiting
Anovo robot for ventral hernia repair
This trial tests a new robotic system called Anovo for repairing ventral hernias. It aims to see if the device is safe and works well for this type of surgery.
BonheidenAges 18 years+ - NCT03025932Enrolling by invitation
Study recurrence after laparoscopic hiatal hernia repair with mesh
This study looks at how often a large hiatal hernia comes back after a specific surgery: laparoscopic repair using mesh plus an anterior fundoplication. It may help surgeons better choose the technique that lowers the chance of recurrence.
Ages 18 years+ - NCT05599750Recruiting
Suture versus mesh surgery for incisional hernia
This trial compares two surgical options—closing with stitches (suture) versus using a surgical mesh—to repair an incisional hernia. It may help find which approach works best for preventing problems and improving recovery for people with certain hernia sizes.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT04779918Recruiting
Robotic hernia repair using OviTex implant mesh
This trial studies whether using a specific implant “mesh” (OviTex) during robotic hernia surgery helps patients heal well and report less pain and better quality of life over time. It may be an option if you have a ventral or inguinal hernia planned for elective robotic repair.
Mobile, AlabamaAges 21 years+ - NCT06451432Recruiting
Laparoscopic vs. open hernia repair in children
This trial compares two ways to repair a hernia in children: laparoscopic surgery (using a small camera) and open surgery (a traditional cut). It aims to see which is more effective and cost-effective.
Veldhoven, North BrabantAges birth–16 years - NCT06101979Enrolling by invitation
Fortiva Tissue Matrix for hernia repair study
This study is testing a material called Fortiva Tissue Matrix in hernia repair surgery. Researchers want to see if it works well and is safe.
Great YarmouthAges 18 years+ - NCT07549113Recruiting
Preoperative prep methods for large abdominal wall hernias
This trial compares different ways to prepare your body before surgery to repair a large hernia (bulge in your abdominal wall). The goal is to find the best approach to help you heal well after surgery.
Krasnodar, Krasnodarskiy KrayAges 18 years+ - NCT07618884Recruiting
Minimally invasive surgical repair for inguinal hernia
This trial tests a newer surgical technique called TREPP to repair inguinal hernias (bulges in the groin area). The approach may reduce pain and recovery time compared to traditional surgery.
Asyut, Asyut GovernorateAges 18 years+ - NCT07181876Recruiting
Study of robotic hernia repair with Dexter system
This study tests a robotic system for fixing groin hernias (inguinal hernias) using small incisions. It is for adults scheduled for hernia repair surgery who want to see how well the robot helps.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 22 years+ - NCT04699201Recruiting
Preventing abdominal hernias after gallbladder surgery
This trial tests a method (using a special mesh) to help prevent an abdominal wall hernia after planned laparoscopic gallbladder surgery. If you’re at risk of developing a hernia where the surgery cuts are made, this study may help reduce that risk.
Tarragona, TarragonaAges 18–99 - NCT07518238Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Pain Relief Methods for Abdominal Wall Surgery
This study compares two different pain-relief injection techniques (BDE and Exparel) given during abdominal wall reconstruction surgery to see which works better at reducing pain and opioid use after surgery. You would receive one of these injections as part of your anesthesia care.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07461558Recruiting
Watchful waiting vs fixing a hidden hernia found during surgery
This study compares two approaches for people who have a hidden hernia on the opposite side during groin hernia repair. One option is to watch and wait, and the other is to fix it right away.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT04623580Recruiting
Hernia surgery registry for adults after groin hernia repair
This is a registry that collects health information from adults who have surgery for an inguinal or femoral groin hernia, whether planned or urgent, and whether it’s a first-time or recurrent hernia. It helps doctors better understand hernia care and outcomes for patients over time.
LeuvenAges 18 years+ - NCT05867225Recruiting
Synthetic mesh versus surgery alone for large hiatal hernia repair
This trial compares using a synthetic, dissolvable mesh versus doing hiatal hernia surgery without mesh during laparoscopic repair. It aims to see which approach better controls symptoms and improves outcomes for people with large, symptomatic hiatal hernias.
BayonneAges 18 years+ - NCT06725433Recruiting
Nissen vs Dor repair for hiatal hernia
This trial compares two types of hiatal hernia repair: Nissen and Dor fundoplication. It aims to see which one works better for patients having keyhole surgery for a large hiatal hernia.
KuopioAges 18 years+ - NCT07197619Recruiting
Hernia sac removal in paraesophageal hernia repair
This study compares two surgical techniques for fixing a paraesophageal hernia (a type of hiatal hernia). It looks at whether removing the hernia sac affects tension during repair.
Grand Rapids, MichiganAges 18–80 - NCT06107634Recruiting
Comparing hernia repair with and without stomach tuck
This study tests whether adding a procedure called gastropexy (tacking the stomach in place) to standard hernia repair helps prevent the hernia from coming back. It may be a good option for people having their first surgery for a paraesophageal hernia.
GothenburgAges 18 years+ - NCT04440514Recruiting
Repair surgery for a hernia near an ostomy
This trial is looking at people who have a parastomal hernia (a bulge near an ostomy) and need it repaired. It tests an endoscopic (small-camera) surgical approach called the ePauli repair to improve how the hernia is fixed.
BrumunddalAges Any age - NCT07564297Enrolling by invitation
Long-term outcomes after fetal lung surgery for diaphragmatic hernia
This study follows babies born after a special fetal surgery (FETO) that places a temporary balloon in the baby's windpipe to help the lungs grow when they have a diaphragmatic hernia—a hole in the muscle that separates the chest from the belly. Researchers want to understand how these children do over time after this procedure.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18–50 - NCT07070115Recruiting
OviTex mesh for hiatal hernia repair
This trial tests a special mesh (OviTex) used during hiatal hernia repair to see how well it helps the hernia stay closed. It may be a good option if you are having a robotic or laparoscopic hernia repair and do not smoke or have a very high BMI.
Mobile, AlabamaAges 22 years+ - NCT07766044Recruiting
Comparing two ways to close belly surgery cuts
This study compares two methods of closing the cut made during belly surgery to see which one is less likely to cause a hernia later. It is for people having planned colorectal surgery through a midline incision.
Helsingborg, Skåne CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT07755657Recruiting
Robotic single-port surgery for belly hernias
This study tests a robotic single-port technique to repair primary belly hernias in the midline. It may help patients with less scarring and possibly a quicker recovery.
Ghent, East-FlandersAges 18 years+ - NCT06530420Recruiting
New classification for first-time umbilical hernia repair
This study looks at a new way to classify first-time umbilical hernias to help doctors choose the best surgical approach. It may help improve recovery and results for people having their first hernia repair.
KrakowAges Any age
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for hernia?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 182 recruiting hernia studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a hernia trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a hernia trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.