Robot-assisted brain surgery study
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests whether a robot can help surgeons perform precise endoscopic procedures in the brain or pituitary area. It may be an option for people who need a ventriculostomy or surgery for a pituitary growth.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old.
- You have a condition that requires a ventriculostomy (draining fluid from the brain) OR a growth in or near the pituitary gland that needs surgery through the nose.
- You can safely have an MRI or CT scan (no metal implants or devices that are not compatible).
- You do not have severe claustrophobia (fear of tight spaces).
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and you are able to make your own medical decisions.
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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