Robot-Assisted scope surgery for early rectal cancer gets first human test

NCT ID NCT07486180

First seen Mar 27, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 8 times

Summary

This early study tests a new robotic system designed to help doctors remove early-stage rectal tumors through a scope, avoiding the need for surgical cuts. Ten adults with non-cancerous or early cancerous growths in the rectum will take part. The main goals are to see if the robot can remove the entire growth in one piece and to check for any complications.

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  • Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Hong Kong, China

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