Robot-Assisted surgery shows promise for head and neck cancer
NCT ID NCT02517125
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a newer robotic surgery system (Da Vinci Xi) for removing head and neck tumors through the mouth. It included 100 adults with various types and stages of head and neck cancer. The main goal was to see if the procedure could be done successfully and safely. The approach aims to reduce the need for large incisions and speed up recovery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Transoral robotic-assisted surgery with Da Vinci Xi (device)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a less invasive surgical option for head and neck cancers, potentially reducing recovery time and side effects compared to open surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early feasibility study (100 participants) with no control group. The device may not work for all tumor types or locations, and surgical risks like bleeding or infection remain.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Gustave Roussy Cancer Campus Grand Paris
Villejuif, Val de Marne, 94805, France