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Robot vs scope: which minimally invasive surgery spares more nerves in breast cancer?

NCT ID NCT07693361

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 09, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares two minimally invasive techniques for removing lymph nodes under the arm in people with breast cancer that has spread to those nodes. The goal is to see which method better protects nearby nerves, reduces side effects like numbness or pain, and improves recovery and quality of life. Researchers will review medical records from multiple hospitals to analyze outcomes such as nerve function, complications, and long-term cancer control.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If robotic surgery proves better at protecting nerves and reducing side effects, it could become the preferred minimally invasive option for lymph node removal in breast cancer.
What could go wrong
This is a retrospective study, meaning it looks back at medical records rather than testing treatments head-to-head in a controlled trial. Results may be influenced by unmeasured differences between patient groups.

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Study facts

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Participants

127 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Oct 2021

Expected to finish

May 2028

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Patients with breast cancer who underwent either robotic-assisted or endoscopic-assisted axillary lymph node dissection at the Department of Breast and Thyroid Surgery Center, Guangzhou Medical University Affiliated Women and Children's Medical Center and Foshan Fosun Chancheng Hospital.

Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * pathologically confirmed breast cancer; * clinical N1-N3 stage or confirmation of lymph node metastasis by intraoperative frozen pathology; * Enlarged lymph nodes without significant adhesion to the axillary vessels or nerves; * Ability to comprehend the research questions; * Provision of informed consent and cooperation with the investigation; * No history or current diagnosis of mental illness or impaired consciousness; * ECOG PS 0-1. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients without lymph node metastasis; * Patients who refuse surgery; * Breast cancer patients with cognitive impairment, altered mental status, or inability to clearly express their feelings; * Critically ill patients; * Patients with other malignant tumors or severe medical conditions that render them unable to tolerate surgery.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

breast cancer breast neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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Breast neoplasms

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Foshan Fosun Chancheng Hospital

    Foshan, Guangdong, China

  • Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University

    Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510000, China

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