New 3D guidance system aims to sharpen kidney cancer surgery
NCT ID NCT06945640
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tests a surgical navigation system called RUS NE that turns CT scans into 3D models to help guide robot-assisted kidney tumor removal. Researchers will compare outcomes in 80 patients who use the system versus those who don't, looking at how much tissue is removed and surgery time. The goal is to see if the system makes surgery more precise and safer.
What this could mean
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Active substance
RUS NE surgical navigation system (a device that creates 3D models from CT scans to guide surgery)
What this could lead to
If successful, this system could help surgeons remove kidney tumors more precisely, potentially preserving more healthy kidney tissue and improving recovery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study (80 participants) comparing outcomes with and without the system. It may not show a clear benefit, and results may not apply to all hospitals or patients.
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Locations
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Asan Medical Center
Seoul, South Korea