Symmcora® Long-term Bidirectional Barbed Suture for Anastomosis in Patients Undergoing Robot Assisted Radical Prostatectomy

Launched by AESCULAP AG · Sep 25, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying a special type of stitch called the Symmcora® Long-term bidirectional barbed suture, which is used during surgery for prostate cancer. Specifically, the trial aims to see if this new suture can help doctors complete a key step in the surgery—connecting the bladder to the urethra—more quickly than with other methods, while keeping the risk of complications low.

To participate in this study, men aged 18 and older who are scheduled for elective robotic-assisted surgery for prostate cancer may be eligible. However, those with certain conditions, like a history of steroid use, previous prostate surgeries, or allergies to the suture material, cannot join. If you take part, you can expect to have your surgery as planned with this new type of suture being used, while researchers monitor the time it takes to complete the surgery and any potential complications. This trial is currently recruiting participants, and your involvement could contribute to improving surgical techniques for prostate cancer treatment.

Gender

MALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Male patients undergoing an elective robotic assisted radical prostatectomy
• • Written informed consent
• • Age ≥ 18years
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Emergency surgery
• • History of chronic steroid use
• • Previous prostatic surgery
• • Previous radiotherapy or brachytherapy
• • Patients with hypersensitivity or allergy to the suture material.
• • Participation in another study
• • Non-compliant patient (dementia etc)