New study tests better stitching to prevent leaks after weight-loss surgery
Symptom relief
Completed
This study looked at 290 people having laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (a weight-loss surgery) to see which method of reinforcing the staple line works better to prevent leaks. One method uses titanium clips, the other uses suturing and omentopexy (tacking the omentum over the st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Al-Kindy Teaching Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC