New imaging tool could help surgeons spot invisible oral cancers
NCT ID NCT01198119
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a special imaging technique called narrow band imaging (NBI) can help surgeons find early cancer spots in the mouth that are not visible under normal light. The trial involved 23 people with oral cancer who were already scheduled for surgery. Doctors compared NBI with standard light to see if it could detect hidden lesions, but the study was stopped early, so the results are limited.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, NBI could help surgeons find hidden cancer spots during surgery, possibly reducing the chance of leaving cancer behind.
What could go wrong
This was a small, early feasibility trial that was terminated, so results are limited. NBI may not reliably detect all lesions and could miss some cancers.
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Centre Oscar Lambret
Lille, 59020, France