Bikini cut or straight line? study tests best hip replacement incision for heavier patients
NCT ID NCT06831045
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two types of surgical cuts (bikini vs. longitudinal) for hip replacement in obese patients. Researchers want to see which heals faster and leaves a scar patients like more. About 110 participants will be randomly assigned to one incision type, and their recovery and satisfaction will be tracked.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Bikini incision or longitudinal incision (surgical procedures)
What this could lead to
If one incision type heals faster or looks better, it could improve recovery and satisfaction for obese patients undergoing hip replacement.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 110 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The study focuses on cosmetic and healing outcomes, not on curing disease.
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University of Miami
RECRUITINGMiami, Florida, 33136, United States
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