Clinical trials
Minimally Invasive Surgery clinical trials
Below are recruiting minimally invasive surgery clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 119 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06794359Enrolling by invitation
Comparing minimally invasive vs. traditional bypass for multi-vessel heart disease
This study compares two types of heart bypass surgery for people with blockages in multiple heart arteries: a newer, less invasive technique (minimally invasive CABG) versus the traditional open-chest approach. It aims to see which approach leads to better recovery and outcomes.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18 years+ - NCT05495048Recruiting
Transvaginal surgery vs standard laparoscopy for right colon removal
This study compares two surgical approaches for removing the right side of the colon in certain women with colon cancer or a high-risk pre-cancer. It aims to see whether the less invasive transvaginal approach can be done safely and work as well as standard laparoscopic surgery.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - NCT07518524Recruiting
Fast Recovery After Heart Valve Surgery
This trial compares two recovery approaches after heart valve surgery: one that wakes you up very quickly in the operating room, and one that's slightly less aggressive. Both use techniques that avoid large chest incisions. The goal is to see which approach gets you breathing on your own sooner and helps you recover faster.
Legnano, ItalyAges 18 years+ - NCT06101511Recruiting
Breathing tube pressure for safer abdominal surgery
This trial is testing if using less air pressure from the breathing machine during abdominal surgery can help prevent lung complications. If you are at higher risk for breathing problems after surgery, this study may help find a safer way to manage your breathing during the operation.
Amsterdam, NoordhollandAges 18–100 - NCT04586959Recruiting
Uterine movement study during minimally invasive cancer surgery
This study looks at how moving the uterus during minimally invasive surgery may affect women with early-stage endometrial cancer. It may help doctors choose the safest, most effective surgical approach.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18–90 - NCT05624398Recruiting
Hydrus stent plus cataract surgery for mild glaucoma
This study looks at outcomes for people with mild glaucoma who need cataract surgery, comparing how well the Hydrus stent works when placed during cataract surgery. The goal is to see whether this combined approach keeps eye pressure and vision stable with fewer issues.
Fayetteville, ArkansasAges 45 years+ - NCT06968065Recruiting
Pain control after minimally invasive heart surgery: nerve block vs wound injection
This study compares two ways to manage pain after minimally invasive heart surgery: a nerve block injection near the ribs or injecting numbing medicine into the wound. The goal is to find which method works better for reducing pain and your need for painkillers.
IstanbulAges 18–75 - NCT03465982Recruiting
Timing surgery after chemotherapy and radiation for rectal cancer
This trial studies the best time to do surgery after you finish chemotherapy and radiation for rectal cancer. It may help improve how well minimally invasive surgery works and how safely it can be done.
Alessandria, ALAges 18 years+ - NCT07740759Enrolling by invitation
Educational videos for pre-surgery anxiety
This trial tests whether watching educational videos before your laparoscopic surgery helps reduce anxiety. It may help you feel more prepared and calm before your procedure.
Farmington, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT04885244Recruiting
Minimally invasive surgery for adult spine bending and misalignment
This trial looks at how well minimally invasive back surgery works for adults with long-lasting spine deformities (like bending or uneven alignment). It aims to measure outcomes using questionnaires and spine X-ray measurements after treatment.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05646316RecruitingPhase 3
Sentinel lymph node mapping to reduce leg swelling after surgery
This study tests whether a special way of finding lymph nodes during hysterectomy can lower the risk of long-term leg swelling or related dysfunction in people with stage I endometrial cancer. It compares standard lymph node assessment with sentinel lymph node mapping and looks at how this affects day-to-day leg functioning.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT03837782Enrolling by invitation
Surgery outcomes for early to mid-stage colon cancer
This study looks at how well surgery works for people with colorectal cancer that has not spread to distant organs. It mainly includes patients who can have the tumor completely removed and accurately staged using lymph node samples.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18–90 - NCT05527145Recruiting
Non-surgical spacer for spinal stenosis causing leg pain
This trial tests a minimally invasive (“through the skin”) procedure that places a small spacer between back bones to relieve lumbar spinal stenosis symptoms like leg pain when walking. It may help people who still need surgery based on their symptoms and MRI findings but may be treated without open surgery.
RomeAges 50–85 - NCT06036745RecruitingPhase 2
Palizumab and SOX chemo after gastric cancer surgery
This trial tests adding palizumab (an immunotherapy) to standard SOX chemotherapy after surgery for stage IIIB-IIIC gastric or GEJ cancer. It's for people whose tumors have certain markers (MSI-H, TMB-H, or high PD-L1) that may make immunotherapy more effective.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07068529Recruiting
Metabolic biomarkers for early diagnosis and recurrence of colorectal cancer
This study looks at metabolic biomarkers in blood and tumor tissue to help detect colorectal cancer earlier, predict outcomes, and monitor for recurrence. It includes both people newly diagnosed with colorectal cancer and healthy volunteers for comparison.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07076979Recruiting
Metabolic biomarkers for stomach cancer detection and monitoring
This study looks for metabolic markers in your blood and tumor tissue to help find stomach cancer early, predict your prognosis, and watch for recurrence. If you qualify, you would give blood and tumor samples for testing.
ShanghaiAges 18 years+ - NCT07120529Recruiting
Comparing two types of hysterectomy for early cervical cancer
This study looks at two ways to remove the uterus and cervix for early-stage cervical cancer: minimally invasive surgery (like laparoscopic or robotic) versus open surgery (traditional large incision). It checks whether the less invasive approach works just as well in terms of survival and keeping the cancer from coming back.
BialystokAges 18–85 - NCT07234955Recruiting
Minimally invasive surgery for deep brain bleeding
This trial tests a minimally invasive surgery to remove blood clots deep in the brain after a spontaneous bleed. It may help patients with moderate to large bleeds who are at least 18 and up to 80 years old.
Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi MinhAges 18–80 - NCT07344077Recruiting
One vs two wires for severe bunion surgery
This trial compares two ways of fixing the bone after bunion surgery (using one or two small wires). It's for people with severe bunions who haven't gotten better with non-surgical treatments.
Chon Buri, Changwat Chon BuriAges 18–60 - NCT07411079Recruiting
Testing clot-busting drug on brain bleed blood samples
This study collects blood samples from people with and without bleeding risk to test a clot-dissolving drug (tPA) outside the body. It aims to improve minimally invasive surgery for brain hemorrhages.
LilleAges 18–65 - NCT06540027Enrolling by invitation
Minimally invasive surgery for rectal cancer inflammation
This study looks at how different types of surgery (open, laparoscopic, or robotic) affect inflammation throughout the body in people with rectal cancer. It may help doctors understand which approach is gentler on your immune system.
IstanbulAges Any age - NCT05838300Recruiting
Compare special air flow methods during gastric bypass surgery
This trial compares two ways of delivering and removing carbon dioxide gas during minimally invasive gastric bypass and related hiatal hernia repair surgery. It looks at whether one method is safer or more comfortable by changing how the gas is warmed, humidified, and controlled.
Houston, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT05432245Enrolling by invitation
Glaucoma implant placed during cataract surgery
This trial looks at whether placing a small glaucoma implant at the same time as cataract surgery can better control eye pressure in people with primary open-angle glaucoma. It may help reduce the need for medicines or improve control, depending on how your eyes respond.
Panama CityAges 40 years+ - NCT07420114Recruiting
Telehealth vs. in-person visits after gynecologic surgery
This trial compares follow-up visits done by video or phone to in-person appointments after minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. It aims to see if telehealth is as effective and convenient for recovery.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for minimally invasive surgery?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 119 recruiting minimally invasive surgery studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a minimally invasive surgery trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a minimally invasive surgery trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.