CT scans reveal hidden hernia recurrences after surgery
NCT ID NCT03025932
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study follows 200 adults who had laparoscopic repair of a large hiatal hernia with mesh and anterior fundoplication. One year after surgery, participants get a CT scan to check for hernia recurrence, and their symptoms and quality of life are assessed. The goal is to compare how often a hernia shows up on imaging versus how often people feel symptoms, helping surgeons understand the true recurrence rate.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help doctors better predict and prevent hernia recurrence after surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational follow-up study, not a test of a new treatment. Results may not apply to all patients or surgical techniques.
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