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NCT00506740 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA

Harmonic™ vs. Electrocautery in Abdominoplasties

A NA study, sponsored by Ethicon Endo-Surgery.

Completed
Registry status
NA
Development phase
70
Enrollment target

NCT00506740 is a NA study that has completed, run by Ethicon Endo-Surgery. The registered enrollment target is 70 participants.

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The verdict

NCT00506740, a NA study, has completed, sponsored by Ethicon Endo-Surgery.

COMPLETED
Registry status
NA
Development phase
70 participants
Enrollment target

Study Summary

the objective of this study is to determine if the use of The Harmonic™ (an ultrasonic surgical instrument) in abdominolipectomy (tummy tuck)reduces volume and duration of wound drainage after surgery when compared to electrocautery.

Interventions

  • DEVICE Ultrasonic scalpel
  • DEVICE monopolar electrosurgery generator and tip

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 70 participants
Start Date 2006-10
Est. Completion 2007-06
Phase NA

Sponsor

Ethicon Endo-Surgery

39 total trials

What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT00506740

The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT00506740 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as NA. The registered enrollment target is 70 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Ethicon Endo-Surgery, which has 39 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.

The record links to 0 conditions, and to 2 interventions - of which Ultrasonic scalpel is the first listed.

NCT00506740 reports 0 study locations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT00506740 about?

NCT00506740 is a clinical study titled "Harmonic™ vs. Electrocautery in Abdominoplasties". the objective of this study is to determine if the use of The Harmonic™ (an ultrasonic surgical instrument) in abdominolipectomy (tummy tuck)reduces volume and duration of wound drainage after surgery when compared to electrocautery.

What is the current status of trial NCT00506740?

This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 70 participants. The study started on 2006-10. Estimated completion is 2007-06.

What interventions are being tested in trial NCT00506740?

The interventions under investigation include: Ultrasonic scalpel (DEVICE), monopolar electrosurgery generator and tip (DEVICE).

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT00506740?

This trial is sponsored by Ethicon Endo-Surgery, which has 39 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

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