AR goggles help doctors hit the mark in liver biopsies

NCT ID NCT07120906

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a new augmented reality system called LUMENA that helps doctors guide needles during MRI scans of the liver. Twenty adults having a liver biopsy or tumor ablation will try the device. The goal is to see if it is safe and works well enough to use in most procedures.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

LUMENA needle guidance system (device)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could make MRI-guided liver procedures faster and more accurate, reducing the number of needle passes needed.

What could go wrong

This is a very small early feasibility study with only 20 participants. The device may not work as expected or could cause complications.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

liver and intrahepatic bile duct neoplasm liver disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Mayo Clinic

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    Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States

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  • Mayo Clinic in Florida

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    Jacksonville, Florida, 32224-9980, United States

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