Robot-assisted lung ablation for ground glass nodules
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests a robot-assisted procedure to treat lung spots (ground glass nodules) using a needle through the skin. It may be a good option if you cannot have surgery or prefer not to.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have lung spots (ground glass nodules) that have been seen on CT scans for at least 3 months.
- You need treatment for a spot that is at least 6 mm wide, and you cannot have surgery or choose not to.
- You are between 18 and 79 years old.
- You do not have a bleeding disorder or take blood thinners that can't be paused.
- You do not have severe heart, lung, liver, or kidney disease, or a serious infection.
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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