Robot vs. standard: which lung nodule biopsy is more accurate?

NCT ID NCT06308120

First seen Apr 10, 2026 · Last updated May 08, 2026 · Updated 7 times

Summary

This study compares a robotic-assisted bronchoscopy system (Ion) with standard electromagnetic navigation for diagnosing lung nodules. About 354 adults with suspicious lung nodules will be randomly assigned to one of the two methods. The goal is to see which approach yields a more accurate diagnosis, helping doctors choose the best tool for detecting lung cancer.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Shanghai Chest Hospital

    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China

  • West China Hospital

    Chengdu, Sichuan, China

  • Zhongshan Hospital

    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China

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