Laparotomy clinical trials at UCSF

1 research study open to eligible people

A laparotomy involves making an incision in the abdomen. UCSF is researching whether using a mesh during surgery can improve healing. This trial looks at how effective the mesh is compared to just stitching the area closed.

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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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