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Transvaginal Appendectomy - NCT00806429-06510(Clinical Trial 258674)



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City:  New Haven
State:  
CT
Zip Code: 06510
Conditions: Appendicitis
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to determine the feasibility and safety of transvaginal appendectomy and determine and compare the postoperative pain and quality of life after surgery to standard laparoscopic transabdominal appendectomy.
Study summary:
Criteria: Inclusion Criteria: - ultrasound or CT-based diagnosis of acute or chronic appendicitis - ASA classification 1 or 2 Exclusion Criteria: - BMI >35 - on Immunosuppressive meds or immunocompromised - on blood thinners or aspirin or abnormal coagulation tests - h/o ectopic pregnancy, PID or endometriosis - prior open abdominal surgery or transvaginal surgery - with diffuse peritonitis - evidence of abscess - retroflexed uterus - non english speaking
Study is available at: Yale-New Haven Hospital
New Haven, CT 06510
United States

Primary Contact:
Kurt E Roberts, MD
Email: kurt.roberts@yale.edu
Phone: 2037649060
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Data Source: ClinicalTrials.gov
Date Processed: March 22, 2011
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