Which emergency colorectal surgery is safer? large trial aims to find out
NCT ID NCT07696117
First seen Jul 10, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Summary
This trial compares two emergency surgeries for people with serious colorectal conditions: the Hartmann procedure and resection with primary anastomosis. The goal is to see which approach leads to fewer complications after surgery. About 714 patients will take part, and researchers will track problems using a standard classification system.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Hartmann procedure or resection with primary anastomosis
- What this could lead to
- If one procedure proves safer, it could become the preferred emergency surgery for colorectal conditions, reducing complications.
- What could go wrong
- This is a single-center trial; results may not apply to all hospitals. Both surgeries carry risks like infection or leakage.
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