Which mesh wins? new study tests infection risk in hernia surgery

NCT ID NCT06644612

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compared two types of mesh (light vs heavy) used in abdominal hernia repair to see which leads to fewer surgical site infections. 106 patients took part, and researchers also measured post-surgery pain. The goal is to help surgeons choose the better mesh for future operations.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

polypropylene mesh (light-weight vs heavy-weight)

What this could lead to

If one mesh type clearly causes fewer infections, surgeons may adopt it to improve recovery for hernia patients.

What could go wrong

This is a small, single-center study with only 106 participants, so results may not apply broadly. Also, the trial is already completed, so no new data is coming.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Hernia, Abdominal Surgical Wound Infection

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Lady Reading Hospital, Pakistan

    Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, 25000, Pakistan