Laser zaps tiny thyroid tumors, no scalpel needed

NCT ID NCT04623801

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This early study tests if a laser can safely destroy small thyroid cancers (papillary thyroid microcarcinoma) without removing the thyroid. Ten adults with small tumors will receive laser treatment, then have their thyroid removed 6 months later to check if the cancer is fully gone. The goal is to see if this less invasive option works as well as surgery.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

papillary thyroid Microcarcinoma thyroid cancer thyroid gland disorder Thyroid Neoplasms thyroid tumor

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    New York, New York, 10065, United States