Robot surgeons take on breast cancer: will they beat the scalpel?
NCT ID NCT07230535
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two ways to perform nipple-sparing mastectomy with immediate DIEP flap breast reconstruction: robotic-assisted surgery through a single small incision, versus the standard open surgery with a larger cut. The goal is to see which approach leads to better patient satisfaction, body image, and overall well-being one year after surgery. About 250 women with early breast cancer or high genetic risk will take part across multiple hospitals in Ireland.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Robotic-assisted nipple-sparing mastectomy procedure
- What this could lead to
- If robotic surgery proves better, it could offer women less scarring, less pain, and higher satisfaction after mastectomy with reconstruction.
- What could go wrong
- This is a relatively early randomized trial; robotic surgery may not improve outcomes enough to justify its cost and complexity. Risks include surgical complications and limited generalizability.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Beaumont RCSI Cancer Centre
RECRUITINGBeaumont, D09, Ireland
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