No heat needed: cold snare could make polyp removal safer

NCT ID NCT07114380

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a technique called cold snare polypectomy can safely remove 10-20 mm colon polyps without using heat. About 120 adults will have their polyps removed this way during a colonoscopy. The goal is to see if it works well and causes fewer complications than traditional methods.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

cold snare polypectomy (device procedure)

What this could lead to

If successful, this technique could offer a safer, simpler way to remove medium-sized polyps during colonoscopy, reducing the need for electrocautery and its risks.

What could go wrong

This is an early feasibility study with only 120 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The procedure may fail to remove some polyps or cause bleeding.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

polyp of colon polyp of large intestine

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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  • National Taiwan University Cancer Center

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    Taipei, Taiwan

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  • National Taiwan University Hospital

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    Taipei, Taiwan

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  • National Taiwan University Hospital Hsin-Chu Branch

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    Hsinchu, Taiwan

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  • National Taiwan University Hospital, Bei-Hu Branch

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    Taipei, Taiwan

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  • National Taiwan University Hospital, Jinshan Branch

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    New Taipei City, 20844, Taiwan

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