New imaging tool helps doctors pinpoint lung nodules during robotic biopsy

NCT ID NCT05231278

First seen May 13, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a new imaging tool called needle-based confocal laser endomicroscopy (nCLE) to help doctors locate lung nodules more accurately during robotic-assisted bronchoscopy. 53 adults with suspicious lung nodules participated. The goal was to see if the tool could confirm the biopsy needle was in the right spot, potentially improving diagnosis.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Clinical Research Associates of Central PA

    Altoona, Pennsylvania, 16602, United States

  • Fox Chase Cancer Center of the American Oncologic Hospital, Inc.

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19129, United States

  • John Muir Health

    Concord, California, 94520, United States

  • University of Pennsylvania

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

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