Robots may sharpen needle accuracy for lung tumor ablation
NCT ID NCT07714629
First seen Jul 20, 2026 · Last updated Jul 21, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two ways to guide a needle into lung nodules for heat-based destruction: robot-assisted CT-guided puncture versus the traditional manual method. Researchers will track how many CT scans and needle adjustments are needed, along with accuracy, success rates, and complications. The goal is to see if robotic guidance makes the procedure more efficient and safer for patients with peripheral lung nodules.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- robot-assisted CT-guided puncture
- What this could lead to
- If robot-assisted puncture proves more accurate and efficient, it could become the standard approach for lung nodule ablation, reducing procedure time and radiation exposure.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a randomized trial, so results may be influenced by patient selection. The robot may not improve outcomes for all nodule types or locations.
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Conditions
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Locations
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The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University
Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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