AR tech could make lung surgery less painful and cheaper
NCT ID NCT06548451
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether augmented reality (AR) can help surgeons locate small lung nodules during surgery, compared to the standard CT-guided hook-wire method. 270 patients with lung cancer were enrolled across multiple centers. The goal was to see if AR could make the procedure faster, less painful, and more cost-effective.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Augmented reality device
What this could lead to
If successful, this could make lung nodule localization faster, less painful, and cheaper, improving surgical outcomes for lung cancer patients.
What could go wrong
This is a completed trial, but the technology may not be widely adopted due to cost or training needs. It only helps with localization, not treatment.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Donghai County People's Hospital
Lianyungang, China
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Jiangyin Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Jiangyin, China
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Jining No. 1 People's Hospital.
Jining, China
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Shanghai Chest Hospital
Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200030, China
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Zhangjiagang Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine,
Zhangjiagang, China
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Zhongshan Hospital
Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200030, China
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the First Hospital of Hebei Medical University
Shijia Zhuang, China
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the people's second hospital Hefei
Hefei, China