Compare two lung surgery approaches for stage I lung cancer
Part of Cancer, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial studies whether a minimally invasive lung surgery (VATS) works as well as the more open approach (thoracotomy) for certain early-stage lung cancers. It may help patients and surgeons choose the best operation method for tumors that can be fully removed.
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Who can take part
- You have early lung cancer that is resectable: T1N0M0 (stage I with no lymph node or distant spread).
- Your CT scan shows a solid-looking lung tumor.
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- Your planned surgery is a lobectomy or a smaller lung resection (not a different surgery).
- You are able to sign the informed consent form.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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