New clip could make robotic cancer surgery safer
NCT ID NCT07413120
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a new surgical clip called VasoClip, designed to hold blood vessels closed more securely during robotic surgery for prostate, kidney, or bladder cancer. Forty patients were randomly assigned to receive either the new clip or a standard clip. The goal was to see if the new clip prevents slipping and works as well or better than the current option.
What this could mean
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Active substance
VasoClip implantable vascular clip (device)
What this could lead to
If successful, this clip could reduce surgical complications like bleeding or clip slippage during robotic prostate or kidney cancer surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase trial with only 40 patients. The clip may not perform better than existing clips, and device-related risks like tissue damage or clip failure remain possible.
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Locations
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The Catholic University of Korea, Incheon St. Mary's Hospital
Incheon, South Korea