Mini GPS in a needle could make cancer biopsies more precise

NCT ID NCT00102544

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 21 times

Summary

This study tests a special needle with a tiny tracking device inside, like a mini GPS, to help doctors find hard-to-see tumors during biopsies or ablation procedures. About 3,900 adults with certain cancers or growths will take part. The goal is to see if this tool can place the needle more accurately than current methods.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

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