Robot or laparoscope: which is safer for Second-Time Weight-Loss surgery?

NCT ID NCT07180316

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: GCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study looks at 200 adults who need a second weight-loss surgery (revision bariatric surgery) to see if using a robot or standard laparoscopy leads to fewer complications. The main focus is on problems like leaks, bleeding, and infections. Researchers will also compare pain, recovery time, and weight loss between the two groups.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: robotic surgery vs laparoscopic surgery
What this could lead to: If one method proves safer, it could guide surgeons toward the better approach for revision weight-loss surgery.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a randomized trial, so results may be influenced by patient differences. The findings may not apply to all hospitals or surgeons.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Obesity obesity disorder Overweight

As listed by the trial registrant

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

BARIATRIC SURGERY OBESITY AND OVERWEIGHT

Contacts and locations

Locations

Hôpital Privé Jean Mermoz
RECRUITING

Lyon, France
Hôpital privé de la Loire - Ramsay Santé
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Saint-Etienne, 42100, France

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