Plain-English translation of NCT05321134 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
Researchers are testing a newer robotic surgical technology called the Single Port (SP) system for colorectal surgery — operations to treat cancer, rectal prolapse, colostomy problems, and other colorectal disorders. This new system uses a single small opening in the abdomen instead of multiple openings, which may reduce pain and recovery time. The study will compare how well this new approach works compared to the standard multi-port robotic surgery that doctors currently use.
Current robotic colorectal surgery requires multiple small incisions in the abdomen. Doctors believe a single-port approach might be gentler on patients, causing less trauma and potentially helping people recover faster, but this hasn't been formally tested yet in a research study.
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If you qualify, you will undergo your colorectal surgery using the new single-port robotic system instead of the standard multi-port approach. Your surgical team will plan the operation based on your specific condition and medical needs. After surgery, you will have follow-up visits and assessments to monitor your recovery, safety, and how well the surgery went compared to patients who had the traditional multi-port robotic approach.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 18, 2026 · Not medical advice
United States
Sponsor
University of California, Davis
Collaborators
University of California, San Francisco, Yale University
Enrollment target
~25 participants
Started
April 2022
Primary completion
April 2028
Age range
18 Years and older
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in May 2026.
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Central contact
Ankit Sarin, MD
University of California, Davis
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