Robot takes on hernias: new study tests DEXTER's precision

NCT ID NCT07181876

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 33 times

Summary

This study is testing a robotic system called DEXTER for fixing inguinal hernias. About 140 adults will have robot-assisted surgery to see if the device works safely and as intended. The goal is to make sure the robot can complete the repair without needing to switch to standard surgery.

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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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