New study tests High-Tech guidance for lung surgery
NCT ID NCT03623958
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two surgical methods for removing small lung nodules (spots) in 200 adults with lung cancer. One method uses a special image-guided marker to help the surgeon find the spot; the other is standard surgery. The goal is to see how long each surgery takes and how long patients stay in the hospital. The two groups are not directly compared for health outcomes.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help surgeons choose the best technique for removing small lung nodules, potentially improving efficiency and recovery.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage study focused on workflow, not cure or survival. It does not compare which technique is better for patient health, so results may not change treatment.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
RECRUITINGBoston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
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