Robot-Assisted lung biopsy shows promise in accuracy study

NCT ID NCT05867953

Completed Diagnosis Sponsor: Intuitive Surgical Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tested a robotic system (Ion Endoluminal System) to see how accurately it can place a biopsy tool into lung nodules. 200 adults with lung nodules between 6 mm and 3 cm took part. The system uses real-time 3D imaging to guide the biopsy needle. The main goal was to measure how often the tool reached the nodule directly before sampling.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Robotic navigational bronchoscopy system with real-time 3D imaging
What this could lead to: If successful, this could improve the accuracy of lung biopsies, leading to better diagnosis of lung cancer with fewer complications.
What could go wrong: This is a completed device study, not a treatment trial. It only measures tool placement accuracy, not patient outcomes. Results may not change standard care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

lung cancer lung neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

LUNG CANCER

Contacts and locations

Locations

Barts Health Nhs Trust

London, E1 1FR, United Kingdom
Royal Brompton & Harefield Hospitals, Part of Guy'S and St Thomas' Nhs Foundation Trust

London, SW3 6NP, United Kingdom

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