One tiny incision, two hernias fixed? robotic surgery puts it to the test

NCT ID NCT07755696

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: Algemeen Ziekenhuis Maria Middelares Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 10, 2026 · Last updated Aug 11, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial is evaluating a new surgical technique that uses a robotic system to repair both an inguinal hernia and an umbilical hernia through a single small incision at the belly button. The study will include 30 adults with both types of hernias. Researchers will measure how well the procedure works, including surgery time, complications, and patient-reported outcomes like quality of life and body image.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Robotic single-port surgery using the da Vinci SP system to repair inguinal and umbilical hernias through a single umbilical access site.
What this could lead to: If successful, this technique could offer a less invasive way to repair two hernias at once, potentially leading to less pain, faster recovery, and better cosmetic results.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study focused on technical feasibility and safety. The robotic system may have technical issues, and the approach may not prove better than standard surgery.

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As listed by the trial registrant

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

INGUINAL HERNIA REPAIR UMBILICAL HERNIA REPAIR

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Locations

AZ Maria Middelares
RECRUITING

Ghent, East-Flanders, 9000, Belgium

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