Comparing two stitch types for emergency belly surgery
Part of Infections, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study compares two ways of closing the belly after emergency surgery to see which one leads to better healing and fewer complications.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are having emergency belly surgery through a cut down the middle of your belly.
- Your surgeon can close the cut completely during the surgery.
- You are not pregnant at the time of surgery.
- You do not have a weakened immune system or take medications that suppress your immune system.
- You do not have a hernia in your belly wall before the surgery.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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