Mesh to prevent hernias after permanent colostomy
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests a special mesh placed during colostomy surgery to help prevent hernias (a bulge where the intestine comes through the belly). If you are having a permanent colostomy, this might help lower your chance of a common complication.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are scheduled to have a permanent colostomy (an opening in your belly for stool to leave your body).
- Your colostomy will be in the lower left part of your belly (a terminal stoma).
- You are in generally good health (with a score of 3 or lower on a standard health rating scale).
- You can give legal permission (consent) to take part in the study.
- Your colostomy is not on the side of your belly and won't be moved 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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