Timing of stoma reversal could cut hospital stays
NCT ID NCT07754227
First seen Aug 10, 2026 · Last updated Aug 11, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial compares two timings for closing a temporary ileostomy after bowel surgery: early (within 8 weeks) versus delayed (after 8 weeks). The goal is to see which approach leads to a shorter post-operative hospital stay. Adults aged 18-65 with a temporary ileostomy scheduled for elective closure are eligible. The findings may help determine the best time for reversal, potentially improving recovery and reducing healthcare use.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Surgical reversal of a temporary ileostomy, performed either early (within 8 weeks) or delayed (after 8 weeks) after the initial bowel surgery.
- What this could lead to
- If early closure proves better, it could shorten hospital stays, reduce stoma-related complications, and improve quality of life for people with temporary ileostomies.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small trial, and results may not apply to everyone. Early closure might carry higher surgical risks, and the optimal timing could vary by patient.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Lady Reading Hospital
Peshawar, 25000, Pakistan
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