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Could smaller incisions and lower gas pressure make weight-loss surgery less painful?

NCT ID NCT07119437

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Campus Bio-Medico Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This trial compares a new 'low impact' laparoscopic technique using lower gas pressure and smaller incisions to standard laparoscopy for sleeve gastrectomy in 128 obese patients. The goal is to see if it reduces post-surgery pain and improves lung function. Participants are randomly assigned to one of the two procedures and monitored for pain, breathing, and satisfaction.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
low-pressure pneumoperitoneum plus microsurgery (procedure)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could lead to a less painful recovery and better lung function after weight-loss surgery, with higher patient satisfaction.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial at one center, so results may not apply to all patients. The low-pressure technique may not be safe or effective for everyone, and could require conversion to standard laparoscopy.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

morbid obesity Obesity obesity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

OBESITY, MORBID

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Policlinico Campus Bio-Medico

    RECRUITING

    Rome, Italy, 00128, Italy

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