Extra stitches after rectal cancer surgery may cut dangerous leaks
Disease control
ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION
This study tests whether adding extra stitches around the surgical connection after removing low rectal cancer can prevent leaks, a common and serious complication. About 300 adults with early-stage rectal cancer will be assigned to either standard surgery or surgery with reinfor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai 10th People's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 20:00 UTC