Real-Time tissue test may help surgeons avoid unnecessary neck dissections in thyroid cancer
NCT ID NCT07659717
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tested whether a rapid lab test called frozen section analysis, done during thyroid surgery, can help surgeons decide how many lymph nodes to remove from the neck. The study included 66 adults with low-risk thyroid cancer and no signs of spread before surgery. The goal was to see if this approach could reduce unnecessary surgery while still removing enough tissue to control the disease.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Frozen section analysis (a rapid lab test on tissue removed during surgery)
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could help surgeons tailor the extent of neck surgery in real time, potentially reducing unnecessary procedures and complications.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study (66 participants) with no long-term follow-up on cancer recurrence. The findings may not apply to all thyroid cancer patients.
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Locations
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Policlinico "P. Giaccone" University of Palermo
Palermo, Sicily, 90127, Italy