Robot or scalpel? new study tests best surgery for colon cancer

NCT ID NCT04190589

First seen Jan 07, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 17 times

Summary

This study compares robot-assisted surgery to traditional open surgery for people with colon cancer near the right flexure or transverse colon. Researchers want to see if the robot approach removes the tumor just as completely, while possibly leading to fewer complications and a shorter hospital stay. About 40 patients having robot surgery will be compared to 44 who had open surgery in the past.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Vejle Hospital, Department of Surgery

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    Vejle, DK7100, Denmark

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