Comparing sutures for repairing small umbilical hernias
Part of Genetic & congenital clinical trials.
This trial compares two types of stitches for repairing small umbilical hernias (hole in the belly button) to see if dissolving stitches work as well as permanent ones. It helps understand if one option leads to fewer complications or better recovery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a small umbilical hernia (a belly button hernia) that is 2 cm or smaller and is scheduled for elective surgery.
- You are 19 years or older.
- You can provide your own consent to participate.
- Your hernia is not a recurrence or caused by a previous surgery.
- You are not pregnant, do not have an active infection near the hernia, and do not have another surgery planned at the same time.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is below 35, and you do not have serious liver disease or conditions that weaken connective tissue.
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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