Hernia prevention after abdominal surgery study
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This trial tests if a preventive measure during open abdominal surgery can reduce the chance of developing a hernia later. It is for patients who are having a midline cut that is closed later, not right away, and who are over 18.
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Who can take part
- You are having open abdominal surgery with a cut down the middle of your belly that will be closed later, not right away.
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have not had a previous hernia repair using mesh in that same belly area.
- You do not have a hernia in the belly area that is wider than 2 cm before surgery.
- Your doctor expects you to live at least 6 months.
- You are not pregnant.
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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