AI co-pilot for robot surgery tested in rectal cancer patients
NCT ID NCT05652361
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This first-in-human study tests a machine learning system that provides real-time guidance during robot-assisted rectal cancer surgery. The system aims to help surgeons by predicting the correct surgical plane. Twelve patients with rectal cancer will be enrolled to see if the technology is feasible and safe. The study does not yet aim to prove that it improves outcomes.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Machine learning-based surgical guidance software
What this could lead to
If successful, this could improve precision in rectal cancer surgery, potentially leading to better outcomes and fewer complications.
What could go wrong
This is a very early, small study (12 people) focused on feasibility, not effectiveness. The system may not work as expected or may not improve surgery outcomes.
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Department of Visceral, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus Technische Universität Dresden
RECRUITINGDresden, Saxony, 01307, Germany
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