TerminatedNot Applicable

Is Laparoscopic Fundoplication Better Than Open Fundoplication in Children ?

Stopped: Fewer patients than anticipated were referred

Norway88 participantsStarted 2003-01

Plain-language summary

The aim of the study was to compare short- and longterm outcomes after laparoscopic and open Nissen fundoplication in children.

Who can participate

Age range15 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 0-15 years * All patients accepted for primary fundoplication at Oslo University Hospital Exclusion Criteria: * Age over 16 years * Parents not speaking Norwegian or English well * Prior fundoplication * Patients with comorbidities considered as unsuited for laparoscopic surgery (diaphragma hernia, several previous abdominal operations etc)

What they're measuring

Recurrence of reflux

Timeframe: 12, 24 and 48 months

Trial details

NCT IDNCT01551134

SponsorOslo University Hospital

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2009-12

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