Mini camera aims to peek at lung Cancer's hidden corners

NCT ID NCT04534413

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

Summary

This study tests a very small camera, called a composite optical fiberscope, to see if it can reach and view lung tumors in the outer parts of the lung. Researchers will use lung tissue removed from 50 patients scheduled for lung cancer surgery. The goal is to see if the camera can help doctors spot tumors in hard-to-reach airways.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

lung cancer lung neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Toronto General Hospital

    Toronto, Ontario, M5G 1L7, Canada