New expandable tool could make Weight-Loss surgery safer
NCT ID NCT07385690
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares a new FDA-cleared expandable trocar to existing ones used in weight-loss (bariatric) surgery. About 35 adults having sleeve gastrectomy, bypass, or other bariatric procedures will take part. Researchers will check if the new tool slips less and causes fewer complications.
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Study facts
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- 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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About 35 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Feb 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Feb 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- 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 to 89 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: * Individuals scheduled for the following procedures: * Sleeve Gastrectomy * Bypass * Revision \& other bariatric procedures * Robotic procedures * Bariatric patients Exclusion Criteria: * Any individual not scheduled for the above procedure and/or does not meet the age requirments.
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The places running it
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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West Virginia University
Morgantown, West Virginia, 26505, United States
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