Laparoscopic surgery for intestinal blockage from scar tissue
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study looks at patients who had emergency surgery for a blocked intestine caused by scar tissue (adhesions). It aims to find what factors might make doctors switch from a minimally invasive (laparoscopic) approach to open surgery, which could help predict the best treatment approach.
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Who can take part
- You had emergency or urgent surgery for a blocked intestine caused by scar tissue (adhesions).
- The surgery was started using laparoscopy (small incisions with a camera).
- The surgery was either completed laparoscopically or switched to open surgery (larger incision).
- You were not pregnant in the third trimester.
- You did not have severe heart or lung failure, or shock.
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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