Hidden hernia dilemma: to cut or not to cut?
NCT ID NCT04815707
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at what to do when a surgeon finds a small, hidden groin hernia during a routine hernia repair. It compares fixing it right away versus just watching it over time. The goal is to help patients and doctors decide the best approach by creating a simple decision-making tool. About 252 adults are taking part.
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Locations
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Lyndon B. Johnson General Hospital
Houston, Texas, 77026, United States
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Memorial Hermann Hospital-MIST Clinics
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States