Clinical Trial

Evaluating the Outcome of Surgical Clip Versus Ligatures in Securing Base of Appendix in Laparoscopic Appendicectomy.

Study acronym: OSCVL
Completed
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Summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the outcome of using surgical clip versus ligature to secure the base of appendix during laparoscopic appendicectomy. The main questions it aims to answer are to compare the post op complications. Compare the length of hospital stay and to compare the impact of cost. Researches will compare the use of surgical clip versus a suture ligature. Participants whom agreed to participate will be randomly assigned into group either using surgical clip or suture ligature to be used during the surgery. Vitis outpatient clinic after 1 month for follow up.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07689123
Lead Sponsor Universiti Sains Malaysia
Conditions Appendicitis (Diagnosis)
Enrollment 64 participants
Start Date 2025-07-01
Primary Completion 2026-02-10 (estimated)
Study Completion 2026-02-27 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-07-08