Whose opinion matters more? patients vs. surgeons on hernia symptoms

NCT ID NCT07717021

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Blekinge County Council Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 21, 2026 · Last updated Jul 23, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study looks at how patients and surgeons view symptoms of umbilical hernias before and after repair. About 200 adults with a small hernia will answer questions about pain, discomfort, and appearance. Their answers will be compared to what their surgeon thinks. The goal is to improve how we measure what matters most to patients.

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 successful, this study could help surgeons better understand what matters most to patients with umbilical hernias, leading to more patient-centered care.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not change clinical practice if the findings are not widely adopted or if patient and surgeon priorities differ significantly.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Chronic Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

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

UMBILICAL HERNIA REPAIR

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Locations

Blekinge County Hospital

Karlskrona, Blekinge County, 37141, Sweden
Capio Gastro Center Skåne

Lund, Sweden
Kungsbacka Hospital

Kungsbacka, Sweden
Ljungby kirurgmottagningen

Ljungby, Sweden

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