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Which hernia repair technique causes less pain? a trial puts two methods Head-to-Head

NCT ID NCT06367309

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Summary

This trial compares two minimally invasive surgical techniques for repairing ventral hernias (bulges in the abdominal wall). One technique, called eTEP, works entirely outside the abdominal cavity, while the other, IPOM, places a mesh inside the cavity. Researchers want to know which approach leads to less pain after surgery, fewer complications, and better long-term outcomes. The study includes adults with small-to-medium-sized hernias who are eligible for minimally invasive surgery.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
two minimally invasive surgical techniques: Extended Totally Extraperitoneal (eTEP) repair and Intraperitoneal Onlay Mesh (IPOM) repair
What this could lead to
If one technique proves superior, it could become the preferred approach for ventral hernia repair, reducing patient pain and recovery time.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small trial (138 participants), and results may not apply to all hernia types or patients. Both techniques carry standard surgical risks like infection or recurrence.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

abdominal wall malformation Hernia, Ventral

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ABDOMINAL WALL DEFECT VENTRAL HERNIA

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • St. Clara Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Basel, Canton of Basel-City, 4058, Switzerland

    Contact Email: •••••@•••••

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