Robot takes on hernias: new study checks safety and success

NCT ID NCT07181876

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 22, 2026 · Updated 34 times

Summary

This study looks at how well a new robot called DEXTER helps fix inguinal hernias. About 140 adults will have robot-assisted surgery. The goal is to see if the robot works safely and without needing to switch to other methods. It is not a cure, but a way to improve the surgery process.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center - UT Health Houston

    RECRUITING

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

  • Northtowns Ambulatory Surgical Center (NASC)

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Buffalo, New York, 14221, United States

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