Liver surgery breakthrough? new trial tests radiofrequency to prevent cancer return

NCT ID NCT05492136

First seen Sep 30, 2025 · Last updated Apr 24, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study is testing whether using a radiofrequency device to treat the cut edge of the liver after tumor removal can lower the chance of cancer coming back. About 720 adults with liver cancer will be randomly assigned to receive either standard surgery or surgery plus this extra edge treatment. The goal is to see if this simple addition can improve outcomes without causing harm.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Hospital del Mar Research Institute

    RECRUITING

    Barcelona, Spain

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