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Can a refined tummy tuck stitch permanently close separated abs?

NCT ID NCT07805915

Disease control Sponsor: Research Inc Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 08, 2026 · Last updated Sep 09, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a surgeon-developed technique for repairing diastasis recti, the separation of abdominal muscles, during abdominoplasty (tummy tuck). Researchers will measure the gap between muscles using ultrasound before surgery and at 3 and 12 months after. The main goal is to see if the technique safely narrows the gap and improves waist circumference, function, and satisfaction. Adults aged 18 to 65 scheduled for primary abdominoplasty with rectus plication may participate.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Investigator-developed rectus abdominis plication technique performed during abdominoplasty (tummy tuck surgery)
What this could lead to
If successful, this technique could offer a safer, more effective way to repair separated abdominal muscles during tummy tuck surgery, improving core function and appearance.
What could go wrong
This is a single-group study without a comparison group, so benefits may be overstated. Surgery carries risks like complications, recurrence, or breathing issues from increased abdominal pressure.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

About 100 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Jan 2024

Expected to finish

Dec 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

A company

The lead sponsor is a pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical-device company.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18 to 65 years. * Scheduled for primary abdominoplasty with rectus plication. * Rectus diastasis documented clinically or by baseline ultrasound. * Stable body weight for at least 3 months before surgery. * Ability to complete ultrasound and clinical follow-up through 12 months. * Written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Prior major abdominal wall reconstruction or mesh repair that prevents standardized plication assessment. * Ventral or incisional hernia requiring a separate reconstructive procedure. * Pregnancy, breastfeeding, or planned pregnancy during the 12-month follow-up. * Uncontrolled systemic disease or contraindication to elective abdominoplasty. * BMI greater than 35 kg/m2 unless the final operative protocol intentionally includes this population. * Inability to obtain technically adequate baseline ultrasound measurements.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

diastasis recti and weakness of the linea alba Recurrence

As listed by the trial registrant

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Abdominal wall laxity Diastasis recti abdominis

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Locations

  • IQ interquirofanos

    RECRUITING

    Medellín, Colombia

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