Mesh-Like suture could cut hernia risk after cancer surgery

NCT ID NCT07683546

Not yet recruiting Disease control Sponsor: Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 06, 2026 · Last updated Jul 07, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether a special mesh-like suture (Duramesh) can prevent incisional hernias better than a standard slowly-absorbable suture (PDS loop) in women having abdominal surgery for gynecological cancers. About 300 participants will be randomly assigned to one of the two closure methods. The study tracks hernia occurrence, wound healing, and pain for up to one year after surgery.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Duramesh (mesh suture) and PDS II 1-0 double loop suture
What this could lead to: If Duramesh works better, it could reduce the number of women who develop a hernia after major abdominal surgery for gynecological cancer.
What could go wrong: This is a single-center trial, so results may not apply to all hospitals. The mesh suture might also increase the risk of infection or other wound problems.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

female reproductive organ cancer Incisional Hernia

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DURAMESH HERNIA INCISIONAL SUTURE MATERIALS

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