Laparotomy clinical trials at UCSF

1 research study open to eligible people

A laparotomy is an operation to access the inside of the abdomen. UCSF is examining if a type of mesh helps surgeries heal more effectively. The trial aims to compare this technique with standard surgical closure methods.

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  • Prophylactic Reinforcement of Ventral Abdominal Incisions Trial

    open to eligible people ages 18 years and up

    This trial is being conducted to evaluate the efficacy of Phasix™ Mesh implantation at the time of midline fascial closure compared to primary suture closure in preventing a subsequent incisional hernia in subjects at risk for incisional hernia after open midline laparotomy surgery.

    San Francisco, California and other locations

Our lead scientists for Laparotomy research studies include .

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