New scanner could slash repeat breast cancer surgeries

NCT ID NCT06958991

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

Summary

This study tests a special scanner that helps surgeons see if any cancer cells are left behind during breast-conserving surgery. The goal is to remove all cancer in one go and avoid a second operation. About 100 women with invasive or in-situ breast cancer will take part. The scanner is already approved for use, and the study focuses on how well it works in routine practice.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Confocal histolog scanner (device)

What this could lead to

If successful, this scanner could help surgeons remove all cancer in one operation, reducing the need for additional surgeries.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with only 100 participants. The device is already approved, but it may not improve outcomes significantly or work for all patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

ductal breast carcinoma in situ invasive breast carcinoma lobular breast carcinoma in situ

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • HFR

    RECRUITING

    Villars-sûr-glâne, Canton of Fribourg, 1752, Switzerland

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