Glue and omental wrap may cut pancreatic surgery risks

NCT ID NCT07333755

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

Summary

This completed Phase 4 trial tested a new surgical technique during Whipple surgery for resectable periampullary tumors. The method uses an omental patch and surgical glue to reinforce the pancreatic connection, aiming to reduce leaks, bleeding, and stomach emptying problems. Thirty patients were enrolled, comparing the new technique to standard surgery.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

surgical procedure (pancreaticojejunostomy with omental patch and glue)

What this could lead to

If successful, this technique could lower the risk of serious complications like pancreatic leaks and bleeding after Whipple surgery.

What could go wrong

This is a small, single-center trial with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The technique is surgical and carries standard operative risks.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

periampullary adenocarcinoma

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Theodor Bilharz Research Institute

    Giza, Egypt