Robot vs. laparoscope: which surgery is better for IBD patients?

NCT ID NCT07230262

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study compares two types of minimally invasive surgery—robotic and laparoscopic—for people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) who need colorectal surgery. Researchers want to see which approach leads to fewer complications, less pain, and faster recovery. About 110 adults with IBD will be randomly assigned to one of the two procedures.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to: If robotic surgery proves better, it could become the preferred option for IBD patients needing colorectal surgery, reducing complications and speeding recovery.
What could go wrong: This is a relatively small trial (110 participants) comparing two established procedures, so any differences may be modest or not apply to all patients. Both surgeries carry standard surgical risks.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

inflammatory bowel disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

IBD (INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE)

Contacts and locations

Locations

Abdominal Surgery
RECRUITING

Leuven, Vlaams Brabant, 3000, Belgium

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