Evaluation of Surgisis Gold Graft for Incision Reinforcement After Open Bariatric Surgery
Hernia, Obesity
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Hernia focused on measuring Biomaterials, Bariatric Surgery, Hernia, Prevention of, Obesity, Bypass Surgery, Incisional Hernia, Ventral Hernia
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Planned operative approach via upper midline incision with goal of weight loss 18 years of age or older Body mass index (BMI) >= 30 kg/m2 Documented history of non-surgical attempts at weight loss Patients undergoing reoperation for a failed previous bariatric procedure are eligible provided the operation is being performed for weight loss and provided at the time of reoperation there is no incisional hernia Patients with small, non-incarcerated, previously unrepaired umbilical hernias are acceptable provided the hernia defect is no greater than 2.5 cm in diameter Exclusion Criteria: Patients with pre-existing midline abdominal wall incisional hernia or diastasis rectus Patients undergoing repeat bariatric surgery for complications of a previous bariatric procedure Patients with a previous upper midline incision found to have an incisional hernia Patients with connective tissue disorders known to predispose to hernia formation Active infection at the time of proposed surgery Sensitivity or religious objections to porcine products
Sites / Locations
- Mayo Clinic Foundation
- St. Mary's Medical
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Experimental
Active Comparator
1
2
Surgisis Gold Graft
Control