Which surgery works best for kids with hirschsprung disease? new study compares two techniques
NCT ID NCT07186647
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compared two types of laparoscopic surgery (Swenson-like and Soave) for children with Hirschsprung disease, a condition where nerve cells are missing in part of the colon. Forty children were treated at Al-Azhar University Hospitals, and researchers measured bowel function after surgery. The goal was to see which technique leads to better bowel control and fewer complications.
What this could mean
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Active substance
laparoscopic-assisted Swenson-like and Soave pull-through procedures
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help identify which surgical technique offers better bowel function and quality of life for children with Hirschsprung disease.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to all children. As a completed Phase 4 trial, it compares existing techniques rather than testing a new breakthrough.
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Locations
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pediatric surgery departments- Al-Azhar University Hospitals
Cairo, Egypt