Robot vs. doctor: which lung biopsy method is more accurate?

NCT ID NCT07500818

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether using a robotic arm during a lung biopsy helps doctors get better tissue samples to diagnose interstitial lung disease. About 30 adults with unclear CT scans will be randomly assigned to either standard or robotic-assisted bronchoscopy. The goal is to see which method leads to a clearer diagnosis.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

interstitial lung disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Cantonal Hospital of Lucerne

    RECRUITING

    Lucerne, Canton of Lucerne, 6000, Switzerland

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  • University Hospital Zurich

    RECRUITING

    Zurich, Canton of Zurich, 8091, Switzerland

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