Real-Time lung cancer detection: new imaging technique could speed up diagnosis

NCT ID NCT07538947

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is testing whether a special microscope called confocal laser endomicroscopy (CLE) can help doctors identify non-small cell lung cancer in real time during a biopsy. About 70 adults with suspected lung tumors will undergo standard bronchoscopy with added CLE imaging. Researchers will compare the CLE images to standard lab results to see if the new method is accurate enough to guide immediate surgical decisions.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

confocal laser endomicroscopy (CLE) imaging

What this could lead to

If successful, this could give doctors a real-time tool to identify lung cancer during a biopsy, leading to faster surgical decisions and fewer repeat procedures.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early observational study (70 people) testing a new scoring system. It may not prove accurate enough for routine use, and the technique requires special equipment and training.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

non-small cell lung carcinoma

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • CHRU Nancy

    RECRUITING

    Nancy, France

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