Sound waves without surgery: new hope for painful tumors

NCT ID NCT07180706

First seen Sep 30, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study tests a new, non-invasive treatment called histotripsy for people with abdominal tumors that cannot be surgically removed and are causing symptoms like pain. The treatment uses focused ultrasound waves to break up tumor tissue without needles or incisions. Researchers will enroll 30 adults to see if the therapy improves quality of life and safely reduces symptoms.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • National Taiwan University Hospital

    Taipei, 100, Taiwan

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