Microwave ablation for lung cancer in surgery candidates
Part of Cancer, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests a minimally invasive procedure that uses microwave energy to destroy lung tumors. It is for people who are already candidates for surgery but may want a less invasive option.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have a lung nodule or lesion that has been confirmed as cancer by a biopsy.
- The tumor is 2 cm or smaller and is not located in the central part of the lung near major blood vessels or airways.
- You have been evaluated by a team of doctors and are considered a candidate for lung surgery.
- You have not had chemotherapy, radiation, or certain other treatments for this tumor in the past 3 months.
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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