Comparing two ways to close the appendix stump in laparoscopic surgery
Part of Digestive system, Infections clinical trials.
This trial compares two methods of closing the appendix stump during keyhole (laparoscopic) appendectomy—using a metal clip or a stitch. It aims to find which method works better for patients with mild to moderate appendicitis.
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Who can take part
- Age between 15 and 60 years old.
- Body mass index (BMI) between 18 and 28 (a measure of body fat based on height and weight).
- Appendix inflammation rated up to grade 3 by a surgeon.
- No serious long-term health issues like liver disease, diabetes, kidney disease, or bleeding disorders.
- Not taking blood thinners and no active hepatitis B, C, or HIV.
- Not on immune-suppressing medications.
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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