Stapler spike placement may affect bleeding risk in colorectal surgery

NCT ID NCT07506005

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is looking at how the placement of the stapler spike during colorectal surgery affects bleeding where the bowel is reconnected. About 102 adults having surgery for colorectal cancer or diverticulitis will take part. Doctors will check for bleeding during and after surgery to see if the spike's position makes a difference.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to

If successful, this study could help surgeons reduce bleeding complications after colorectal surgery.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not lead to immediate changes in practice.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

colorectal cancer colorectal neoplasm diverticulitis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Kepler Universit Hospital, Surgical Department

    RECRUITING

    Linz, 4020, Austria

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