Mesh may stop hernias after stoma closure, but study halted early
NCT ID NCT04916067
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tested whether placing a special mesh during ileostomy closure surgery could prevent hernias in people with inflammatory bowel disease. Only 8 patients were enrolled before the study was stopped. The main goal was to check safety, like infections or wound problems, within 30 days. Researchers also looked at hernia rates and quality of life up to 6 months.
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Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center
Lebanon, New Hampshire, 03756, United States