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Robotic lung biopsies without full anesthesia? small study tests feasibility

NCT ID NCT07006311

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Zurich Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study at the University of Zurich is testing whether robotic-assisted bronchoscopy can be performed under moderate sedation with propofol, rather than general anesthesia. Currently, robotic bronchoscopy requires full anesthesia, but standard bronchoscopy often uses lighter sedation. The study will enroll 30 adults scheduled for bronchoscopy to see if the robotic approach works safely and effectively under propofol. It is an early feasibility test, not a treatment study.

What this could mean

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Active substance
propofol
What this could lead to
If successful, this could make robotic bronchoscopy more widely available by avoiding the need for general anesthesia.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study (30 people) testing feasibility only. It may not work as well as hoped, and larger studies are needed.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

10 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Aug 2025

Finished

Jun 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * informed consent signed by the subject * aged at least 18 years * scheduled for bronchoscopy with moderate sedation and tracheal intubation in order to obtain at least 1 specimens of the lung via transbronchial biopsy * necessary periinterventional laboratory examinations needed for the bronchoscopy * judgement of the subject Exclusion Criteria: * endobronchial lesion causing lobar atelectasis * inability or contraindications to undergo bronchoscopy (e.g. severe cardiopulmonary diseases, coagulation disorders, intolerance to anesthesia or endoscopic operation, psychiatric disorders or severe neurosis) * pregnant or lactating women

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As listed by the trial registrant

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Bronchoscopy Bronchoscopy biopsy Lung lesions Propofol Robotic assisted bronchoscopy

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University Hospital Zurich

    Zurich, Canton of Zurich, 8091, Switzerland

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