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AGluTHeMFixComparison of GLUTACK-Glubran® Tiss 2 and GLUTACK-Glubran® 2 for Mesh Fastening in Laparoscopic and Robotic Hernia Surgery

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Study Aim

This study aims to compare the effectiveness of GLUTACK-Glubran® Tiss 2 and GLUTACK-Glubran® 2 for mesh fastening in laparoscopic and robotic hernia surgery, focusing on technical success and hernia recurrence.

What is being tested

Experimental medical device

+ Comparator medical device

Procedure
Who is being recruted

Over 18 Years
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How is the trial designed

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Interventional
Study Start: October 2020
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Summary

Principal SponsorGEM SRL
Last updated: January 28, 2026
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Study start date: October 19, 2020

Actual date on which the first participant was enrolled.

This clinical study investigates the effectiveness and safety of two different glue systems, Glutack-Glubran® Tiss 2 and Glutack-Glubran® 2, used for securing surgical mesh during hernia repair surgeries. The study focuses on patients undergoing laparoscopic or robotic hernia surgery for various types of hernias, such as incisional or inguinal hernias. Conducted across seven centers in Italy, the study aims to enroll 100 patients to determine if Glutack-Glubran® Tiss 2 is as effective and safe as the existing Glutack-Glubran® 2 system. The primary goal is to evaluate the rate of hernia recurrence and the technical success of the glue fastening compared to the current method. This research is important as it may lead to improved surgical outcomes and provide a new treatment option for patients with hernias. Participants in the study are randomly assigned to receive either the Glutack-Glubran® Tiss 2 or Glutack-Glubran® 2 glue system during their surgery. The process involves the surgeon applying the glue to fix the mesh in place. The study measures the technical success of the procedure by checking for complications within the first 24 hours post-surgery and assessing the surgeon's satisfaction. Follow-up visits are conducted over a six-month period to monitor the patients' recovery and to check for any signs of hernia recurrence. The study also assesses safety by recording any side effects, as well as cost-effectiveness by evaluating the costs associated with the surgery and recovery times. This comprehensive approach helps ensure that the new glue system is both safe and effective for use in hernia surgeries.

Official TitleEffectiveness, Appropriateness and Safety of GLUTACK-Glubran® Tiss 2 Surgical Glue (NBCA: n Butyl 2 Cyanoacrylate + OCA: 2-Octyl-Cyanoacrylate) Compared to GLUTACK-Glubran® 2 Device System for Mesh Fastening in Laparoscopic and Robotic Hernia Surgery (Inguinal and Ventral Hernia Repair by Sublay, Underlay and IPOM Mesh Fixation).
NCT06462066
Principal SponsorGEM SRL
Last updated: January 28, 2026
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Protocol

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Design Details

101 patients to be enrolled

Total number of participants that the clinical trial aims to recruit.

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Eligibility

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Criteria

Any sex

Biological sex of participants that are eligible to enroll.

Over 18 Years

Range of ages for which participants are eligible to join.

Healthy volunteers not allowed

If individuals who are healthy and do not have the condition being studied can participate.

Criteria

Inclusion criteria: 1. No significant cardiopulmonary, hepatic, or renal impairment, and no contraindications for surgery; 2. Clinical diagnosis of: 1. bilateral inguinal hernia eligible for minimally invasive repair (TAPP-TEP VLS/ROB) 2. recurrent monoliteral inguinal hernia (TAPP-TEP VLS/ROB) 3. large inguinoscrotal hernias (TAPP-TEP ROB) 4. primary ventral hernia with defects size ≤ 7cm (IPOM-TARUP-COSTA-THT-MILOS-eMILOS VLS/ROB) 5. primary abdominal border hernia (idem VLS/ROB) 6. post-incisional hernia with defect size ≤ 7cm (idem VLS) 7. post-incisional hernia and complex abdomen (RIVES-RIVES+TAR ROB) 8. swiss-cheese defects multiple small defects if treatable with only one mesh; if the total width of the defect is ≤ 5cm will be repaired by IPOM VLSM; if it is \> 5cm will be repaired by RIVES-RIVES+TAR ROB; 3. Age \> 18 years, male and female; 4. Obese patient (BMI\>35); 5. Patients with ASA grade from I to III; 6. Patients must sign and date the informed consent form prior to treatment. Exclusion criteria: 1. Incarcerated hernia; 2. Allergy to multiple classes of drugs, recent allergic disease, or use of drugs that are known harmful to vital organs during the 4 weeks before surgery; 3. Patients with ASA IV or V; 4. Participations in other clinical studies in the 3 months before surgery; 5. Atopic allergy history; 6. Mental illness history; 7. Diseases that may significantly increase Intra-Abdominal Pressure (IAP) and cannot be effectively controlled such as severe ascites, severe asthma caused by bronchitis, pulmonary emphysema, or urine retention caused by significant Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH); 8. Infection located at the surgical site or bacteraemia; 9. Patients with collagenopathies; 10. Relevant other concurrent diseases; 11. Patient with neurological disorders and/or mood disorders; 12. Hyperemotional patients; 13. Pregnant women.

Study Plan

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Treatment Groups
Study Objectives

2 intervention groups are designated in this study

This study does not include a placebo group 

Treatment Groups

Group I

Experimental
The application of treatment will be performed by the Investigator that will be instructed for the application of Glutack/Glubran® Tiss 2 system. Glutack® is a user-friendly device for the atraumatic laparoscopic fixation of hernia mesh. Providing precise and consistent delivery of Glubran® Tiss 2/Glubran® 2 with every pull of the trigger, to minimize surgical complications and the potential pain associated with the use of tacks and staples.

Group II

Active Comparator
The application of treatment will be performed by the Investigator that will be instructed for the application of Glutack/Glubran® 2 system. Glutack® is a user-friendly device for the atraumatic laparoscopic fixation of hernia mesh. Providing precise and consistent delivery of Glubran® Tiss 2/Glubran® 2 with every pull of the trigger, to minimize surgical complications and the potential pain associated with the use of tacks and staples.

Study Objectives

Primary Objectives

Secondary Objectives

Study Centers

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This study has 1 location

Suspended

Ospedale Misericordia - U.O.C Chirurgia Generale e Mini-Invasiva.

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CompletedOne Study Center