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Omentoplasty Versus Tube Drainage for Residual Cavity Management in Complicated Hepatic Cystic Echinococcosis
Sponsor: Ataturk University
Summary
This prospective comparative study evaluated two surgical techniques for residual cavity management following conservative surgery for complicated hepatic cystic echinococcosis. Patients undergoing surgery were managed with either omentoplasty or tube drainage. The study aimed to compare postoperative outcomes between the two techniques, with particular emphasis on postoperative complications and residual cavity-related complications. Long-term follow-up was also performed to assess recurrence and other clinical outcomes.
Official title: Omentoplasty Versus Tube Drainage for Residual Cavity Management After Conservative Surgery for Complicated Hepatic Cystic Echinococcosis: A Prospective Comparative Study
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 80 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2020-03-10
Completion Date
2026-03-10
Last Updated
2026-08-28
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
omentoplasty
After conservative surgery for complicated hepatic cystic echinococcosis, the residual cavity was obliterated using a pedicled omental flap (omentoplasty) to reduce dead space and cavity-related complications.
External Tube Drainage
After conservative surgery for complicated hepatic cystic echinococcosis, an external tube drain was placed into the residual cavity for postoperative drainage and monitoring.
Locations (1)
Atatürk University Faculty of Medicine
Erzurum, Erzurum, Turkey (Türkiye)