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Hernia surgery showdown: laparoscopic vs. open vs. robotic

NCT ID NCT04437043

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University Hospital, Ghent Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This completed study looked at 100 patients with midline ventral hernias to compare three repair methods: laparoscopic, open, and robotic. The main goal was to see how many days patients spent in the hospital within 90 days after surgery. Researchers also tracked complications like infections and hernia recurrence to find the safest and most effective approach.

What this could mean

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Active substance
surgical procedure (laparoscopic, open, or robotic ventral hernia repair)
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help surgeons choose the best hernia repair method to reduce hospital stays and complications.
What could go wrong
This is a completed observational study with no new treatment; results may not apply to all hernia types or patients with complex conditions.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

100 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Dec 2020

Finished

May 2026

Lead sponsor

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

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Patient with incisional midline ventral hernia (M2: epigastric, M3: umbilical, M4: infra-umbilical) with a minimal width of 3 cm and a maximum width of 8 cm. Multiple hernia defects (Swiss cheese) are allowed according to European Hernia Society (EHS) classification (Appendix 1). 2. Recurrences are only allowed to be included after former primary repair (suture repair without mesh). 3. Patients with ASA grade I to III. 4. Patient is at least 18 years old. 5. Patient must sign and date the informed consent form prior to treatment. 6. Patient is able to tolerate general anesthesia. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Patient with a life expectancy of less than 2 years. 2. Patient is suspected of being unable to comply with the study protocol. 3. Patient is pregnant. 4. Patient needs acute surgery. 5. Patient is enrolled in another study.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Hernia, Ventral

As listed by the trial registrant

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Ventral hernia

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ghent University Hospital

    Ghent, East Flanders, 9000, Belgium

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