Can a Single-Port robot make hernia surgery less invasive?

NCT ID NCT07756749

Not yet recruiting Disease control Sponsor: Algemeen Ziekenhuis Maria Middelares Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 11, 2026 · Last updated Aug 12, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study evaluates a new surgical technique called single-port robotic suprapubic inguinal hernia repair (SPIN) for treating inguinal hernias. The procedure uses a single robotic port placed above the pubic bone, aiming to minimize incisions and improve outcomes. Researchers will track operative time, complications, and patient-reported quality of life and body image in 30 adults with primary inguinal hernias.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: single-port robotic suprapubic inguinal hernia repair (SPIN procedure)
What this could lead to: If successful, this technique could offer a less invasive, more precise option for inguinal hernia repair, potentially reducing pain and improving recovery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study of a new surgical technique. It may not prove safer or better than standard approaches, and robotic surgery carries risks like infection, bleeding, or device issues.

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INGUINAL HERNIA REPAIR

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AZ Maria Middelares

Ghent, East-Flanders, 9000, Belgium

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