Which incision leaves the least scar? a trial puts orbital surgery approaches to the test
NCT ID NCT07759440
First seen Aug 12, 2026 · Last updated Aug 13, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial compares two ways surgeons reach and repair fractures around the eye socket: one through the eyelid (transconjunctival) and one through the skin (transcutaneous). It will enroll 75 adults with orbital fractures who need surgery, dividing them into three groups to test different incision techniques. The goal is to see which approach offers better access, shorter operation time, and fewer complications like scarring, swelling, or eyelid problems.
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 comparing transconjunctival and transcutaneous approaches for orbital fracture repair
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help surgeons choose the best approach to minimize scarring and complications after orbital fracture repair.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial, and results may not apply to all patients. Both approaches carry risks like infection, scarring, or eye-related complications.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Alexandria university
RECRUITINGAlexandria, Outside US and Canada, 2881055, Egypt
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