Minimal Invasive Treatment of Inguinal Hernia in Neonates
Launched by MALTEPE UNIVERSITY · Jan 18, 2023
Trial Information
Current as of May 29, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Congenital inguinal hernia is one of the most common surgical pathologies of childhood. Its treatment includes high ligation of the patent processus vaginalis by open or laparoscopic method. There are many described minimally invasive/laparoscopic repair techniques of inguinal hernias in children. One of them is "percutaneous internal ring suturing" or "Percutaneous Inner Ring Suturing".
There are many studies on the PIRS method in children. Two of these studies are prospective clinical studies published previously by the investigators of this study: in the first, the PIRS method was shown...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • 1. Having undergone PIRS surgery at the study institute between October 1, 2015 and January 1, 2023
- • 2. Age between 0-28 days
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • 1. Age \> 28 days
- • 2. Having had surgery with open surgery
- • 3. Having another surgical procedure performed in the same session
About Maltepe University
Maltepe University is a leading academic institution in Turkey, dedicated to advancing medical research and education. With a strong emphasis on innovative clinical practices and interdisciplinary collaboration, the university sponsors a variety of clinical trials aimed at enhancing patient care and treatment outcomes. By leveraging its state-of-the-art facilities and a network of experienced researchers, Maltepe University is committed to contributing to the global medical community through rigorous scientific inquiry and the translation of research findings into effective therapeutic strategies.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Istanbul, , Turkey
Patients applied
Trial Officials
David T Thomas, MD
Principal Investigator
Maltepe University
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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