Robot battle: which bronchoscope best snags lung nodules?

NCT ID NCT07411989

Not yet recruiting Knowledge-focused Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study compares two robotic bronchoscopy systems—Ion shape-sensing and Galaxy electromagnetic—to see which one is better at getting tissue samples from lung nodules. About 346 adults scheduled for a routine bronchoscopy will be randomly assigned to one of the two robots. The main goal is to see which system more often obtains a clear diagnosis, while also tracking radiation exposure.

What this could mean

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Active substance: Robotic bronchoscopy (Ion shape-sensing or Galaxy electromagnetic system)
What this could lead to: If one system proves better at diagnosing lung nodules, it could become the preferred tool for lung cancer detection.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage comparison study, not a treatment trial. It may not show a clear winner, and results might not apply to all patients or settings.

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LUNG NODULES PERIPHERAL PULMONARY LESIONS (PPLS)

Contacts and locations

Locations

Rush University Medical Center

Chicago, Illinois, 60612, United States
The Cleveland Clinic

Cleveland, Ohio, 44195, United States

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