CompletedNot Applicable

Change in Fascial Tension in Open Abdomens

United States45 participantsStarted 2022-10-17

Plain-language summary

The goal of this observational study is to quantitatively measure the change in tension of the abdominal wall over time in subjects with open abdomens using a tensiometer.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Adult patients with an open abdomen and plan for abdominal re-exploration Exclusion Criteria: * patients under the age of 18 years * pregnant patients * patients who have no available Legally Authorized Representative to provide consent. * patients with a current hernia * patients with a prior component separation

What they're measuring

Change in tension over time

Timeframe: 1.5 years

Trial details

NCT IDNCT05579652

SponsorBenjamin T. Miller

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2024-03-29

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