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Keyhole vs. open surgery: which is better for hysterectomy in Low-Resource areas?

NCT ID NCT07496814

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Assiut University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study compares laparoscopic (keyhole) hysterectomy to traditional open abdominal hysterectomy in women aged 35-65 with benign gynecologic conditions. The main goal is to see which approach leads to a shorter hospital stay. The trial takes place in a low-resource setting, where equipment and training may be limited.

What this could mean

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Active substance
surgical procedure (laparoscopic hysterectomy vs. abdominal hysterectomy)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that laparoscopic hysterectomy is feasible and beneficial even in low-resource settings, guiding surgical choices.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 32 participants, so results may not apply broadly. Equipment or skill shortages could limit real-world use.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 32 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Apr 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Dec 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

female patient who Indication for elective hysterectomy for benign disease.

Ages

35 to 65 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Women aged 35-65 years. * Indication for elective hysterectomy for benign disease. * Uterine size ≤ 16 weeks. Exclusion Criteria: * Malignancy or suspicion of malignancy. * Prior extensive abdominal surgery with dense adhesions. * Morbid obesity, BMI more than 40 * Severe cardiopulmonary disease. * Pregnancy. * Refusal participates in study

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

benign female reproductive system neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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Benign gynecologic conditions

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