Scientists test a 'non-stick' patch from body cells to stop surgical scars
NCT ID NCT02439047
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This lab study tested two types of human cells to see which could best form a non-stick patch to prevent internal scar tissue after cancer surgery. Researchers collected cells from the peritoneum (lining of the abdomen) and from fat tissue, then grew them in the lab. The study was terminated early and only included 6 participants, so the findings are very preliminary.
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 could lead to a patch that prevents internal scar tissue after cancer surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This was a very early, terminated lab study with only 6 participants, so results are limited and may not apply to patients.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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6 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jun 2015
- Finished
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Nov 2016
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Aged more than 18 years old, * Planned surgery For peritoneal samples : abdominal surgery (laparotomy or coelioscopy) For adipose tissue samples : breast reconstructive surgery (lipomodelage) * Informed and signed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnant or breastfeeding woman * Patient under guardianship or tutorship * For peritoneal samples : previous abdomino-pelvic radiotherapy or abdominal surgery ; peritoneal carcinosis
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Centre Oscar Lambret
Lille, 59020, France
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