Prospective Evaluation of the Proceed Ventral Patch With and Without Laparoscopic Evaluation (NCT01183325) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Prospective Evaluation of the Proceed Ventral Patch With and Without Laparoscopic Evaluation
Belgium160 participantsStarted 2009-09
Plain-language summary
For small (2-3cm) ventral and umbilical hernias the discussion for primary suture repair or the use of mesh continues.
About 5 years ago the Ventralex patch was introduced, which combines a layer of PTFE mesh with a small polypropylene mesh and includes a circular memory ring. Despite the elegance of using this patch, recent experience showed several drawbacks both in design and efficacy (3).
With the recent development of the Proceed Ventral Patch (PVP), new elements have been introduced to overcome some of these issues.
The aim of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of clinical placement of the PVP in the intra-abdominal position in the treatment of small ventral hernias.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Adult patient
* Written informed consent
* Umbilical, primary ventral hernias smaller than 3cm diameter
Exclusion Criteria:
* Hernias larger than 3cm
* Recurrence
* Children
* Emergency cases
* Incisional hernias
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.