Robotic vs. open surgery for thyroid cancer that has spread
Part of Cancer, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study compares a robotic surgery method using small incisions under the armpit with standard open surgery for papillary thyroid cancer that has spread to lymph nodes on one side of the neck. It aims to see which approach is better for removing cancer and recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 70 years old.
- You have papillary thyroid cancer with spread to lymph nodes on one side of the neck, confirmed by a needle biopsy.
- Your thyroid tumor is smaller than 3 cm in size.
- Imaging shows the cancer has not spread outside the thyroid gland.
- You have not had previous neck surgery or radiation therapy to the neck.
- You are healthy enough for general anesthesia and willing to be followed long-term.
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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