New digital scope aims to spot bile duct cancer more accurately
NCT ID NCT03307382
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a new digital scope (SpyGlass DS) to help doctors tell cancerous from non-cancerous narrowings in the bile duct. About 40 adults with bile duct strictures will undergo the procedure during a standard ERCP exam. The goal is to see if the digital scope improves diagnosis accuracy compared to older methods.
What this could mean
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Active substance
SpyGlass DS Cholangioscopy device
What this could lead to
If successful, this could give doctors a more accurate way to diagnose bile duct strictures without more invasive tests.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study with only 40 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The device may not be better than current methods.
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Locations
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Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Shatin, New Territories, Hong Kong