Umbilical hernia is a common condition that is frequently treated with surgical mesh repair to reduce recurrence rates. Among the commonly used techniques, onlay mesh repair and sublay mesh repair are widely performed; however, there is ongoing debate regarding their comparative effectiveness and safety.
The aim of this study is to compare onlay mesh repair and sublay mesh repair in patients undergoing elective umbilical hernia surgery, with respect to postoperative complications, recurrence rates, operative outcomes, and length of hospital stay. By evaluating clinical outcomes associated with each technique, this study seeks to contribute evidence to guide the selection of the most appropriate surgical approach for umbilical hernia repair.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 90 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients aged 18 to 90 years
* Patients diagnosed with small or medium-sized umbilical hernia according to the European Hernia Society (EHS) classification
* Patients scheduled for elective umbilical hernia surgery
* Patients who provide written informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* Patients younger than 18 years or older than 90 years
* Patients undergoing emergency umbilical hernia surgery
* Patients with bowel obstruction
* Patients with chronic kidney failure
* Patients with a history of previous abdominal surgery involving the stomach, duodenum, small intestine, or colon
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.
What they're measuring
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Postoperative Complication Rate
Timeframe: Within 30 days after surgery
Trial details
NCT IDNCT07367321
SponsorBakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Research and Training Hospital