Not Yet RecruitingPhase 3ACTRN12605000748617

Randomised controlled trial of laparoscopic resection rectopexy compared with fixation rectopexy for rectal prolapse

Sponsor

Surgical Outcomes Research Centre - based in Royal Prince Alfred Hospital.

Enrollment

132 participants

Start Date

Jan 1, 2006

Study Type

Interventional

Conditions

Full thickness rectal prolapse

Summary

Rectal prolapse is a common and socially debilitating condition for which treatment is surgical. This trial will compare two procedures, namely laparoscopic resection rectopexy and laparoscopic fixation rectopexy, in order to determine which has the better short and long term outcomes.

Eligibility

Sex: Both males and femalesMin Age: 18 Yearss

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This clinical trial is studying Randomised controlled trial of laparoscopic resection rectopexy compared with fixation rectopexy for rectal prolapse. It is looking for adults aged 18 and older who may be eligible to participate. Participants may need to meet certain health requirements, including: all adult patients attending participating surgeons for management of full thickness rectal prolapse and who are candidates for abdominal surgery will be eligible to participate. Some medical conditions may prevent you from joining this study.

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Interventions

Laparoscopic resection rectopexy

Locations(1)

Australia

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