Preventing hernias with a funnel-shaped mesh during colostomy surgery
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests a pre-shaped, funnel-like mesh placed during colostomy surgery to prevent parastomal hernias (bulging around the stoma). If you are having a permanent terminal colostomy and are in reasonably good health, this study may help reduce your risk of a hernia.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are having a permanent colostomy created, and it will be a terminal colostomy (the end of your bowel is brought out through an opening in your belly).
- Your overall health must be ASA III (moderate risk) or better before surgery.
- You must be able to give legal permission to join the study.
- Your colostomy must not be a lateral colostomy (one that will be removed later).
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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