New drain technique aims to reduce complications after rectal cancer surgery

NCT ID NCT07241143

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares a new drain fixation method (extra-peritoneal tunneling) to the standard method after rectal cancer surgery. About 596 participants will be randomly assigned to one of the two groups. The goal is to see if the new method reduces drain movement and improves the management of leaks without increasing complications.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Extra-peritoneal tunneling drain fixation procedure

What this could lead to

If successful, this technique could reduce drain displacement and improve management of leaks after rectal cancer surgery, leading to fewer reoperations.

What could go wrong

This is a phase 2 trial, so results are preliminary. The new method may not be safer or more effective than the standard approach, and could have unforeseen complications.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

rectal cancer rectal disorder rectal neoplasm sigmoid disease sigmoid neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Sung Il Kang

    Daegu, South Korea