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N/A N=100 Randomized Quadruple-blind Treatment

Inguinal Hernia Study Using Biodesign IHM

Inguinal Hernia

Enrolled (actual)
100
Serious AEs
12.6%
Results posted
Aug 2015
Primary outcome: Primary: Number of Patients With Inguinal Hernia Recurrence — 3; 0 participants — p=0.11

Study Design & Population

Study type
Interventional
Phase
N/A
Interventions
Biodesign IHM (Device); Polypropylene mesh (Device)
Age
Adult, Older Adult · 18+ yrs
Sex
All
Sponsor
Cook Group Incorporated
Primary completion
Jun 2014

Outcome Measures

OutcomeResultp-value
PRIMARY
Number of Patients With Inguinal Hernia Recurrence
3; 0 0.11

Summary

Aim is to evaluate outcomes of inguinal hernia repair incorporating the standard Lichtenstein (open) repair using Biodesign IHM in a double blind (physician evaluator and patient will be blinded), randomized, prospective comparative study with polypropylene mesh. Primary outcome is recurrence at 1 year. Hernia recurrence will be confirmed via ultrasound or CT scan.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

  • 18 years of age
  • Diagnosis of Unilateral inguinal hernia repair
  • Able to provide written consent

Exclusion Criteria

  • Incarcerated hernia
  • Allergic or religious beliefs that disallow porcine material
  • Previous hernia repair on the designated hernia site
  • Class IV or V anesthesia requirements
  • Bowel obstruction
  • Peritonitis
  • Life expectancy < 3 years
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Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT00393887). Outcome figures and adverse-event rates are extracted automatically from the registry's posted results and are provided for clinician reference, not as a substitute for the primary publication.

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