Sensors in calf brains could reveal hidden risks of neurosurgery

NCT ID NCT07650253

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

Summary

This study uses a calf brain model with built-in sensors to measure the forces surgeons apply during a simulated brain surgery procedure. Researchers aim to understand how much force is used with different tools, which has never been measured in a realistic setting. Medical students, residents, and neurosurgeons will perform the procedure, and the data could help improve surgical training and safety.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this could help develop safer surgical techniques and training standards for brain surgery.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage simulation study using animal tissue, not real patients. Results may not directly translate to human surgery.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Neuro Imaging and Surgical Technologies Lab, Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery, Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital, McGill University

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    Montreal, Quebec, H3A 2B4, Canada

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