Cold therapy for belly wall relaxation before hernia repair
This trial tests a cold treatment to relax the belly wall muscles before surgery to fix a large hernia. It may help the surgery go more smoothly and improve results.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are planning to have surgery for a ventral hernia (a bulge in the belly wall).
- A recent CT scan (within the last 6 months) shows your hernia is very large.
- You are not taking any blood thinners (like aspirin, clopidogrel, warfarin, or others).
- You do not have a neuromuscular disorder, bleeding problems, or certain other conditions.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and if you could become pregnant, you agree to use effective birth control.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study focuses on improving surgical treatment for belly wall hernias that develop after surgery (postoperative ventral hernias) in the middle or side areas. To see if you fit, the hernia size is checked with a CT scan.
This trial tests if getting Botox shots in the belly muscles before hernia surgery makes the repair easier and more successful. It is for adults who need a planned, open surgery for a large ventral hernia.
This study tests whether injecting botulinum toxin (Botox) before surgery can help close large holes in the belly wall by relaxing the muscles and making it easier to bring the edges together. This might reduce complications and improve healing after surgery.
This trial tests a pre-surgery optimization program for people with ventral hernias. It aims to improve outcomes before and after the operation.
This trial tests a new way to close the abdominal wall after surgery for a large hernia, using lung compliance measurements to guide the closure. It aims to improve recovery by finding the best closure technique for each patient.
This study compares minimally invasive (laparoscopic) techniques for repairing ventral hernias, which are bulges in the belly area. The goal is to see which method leads to better outcomes, such as less pain and faster recovery.
Hear when a new Ventral Hernia trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.