3D lung modeling for small lung cancer surgery
Part of Cancer, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests whether 3D models made from non-contrast CT scans are accurate enough to guide minimally invasive lung segmentectomy (removing a small piece of the lung) for early-stage lung cancer. It may help certain patients avoid the need for contrast dye.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older and willing to take part.
- You have a small (2 cm or smaller) lung nodule or tumor that is likely or confirmed to be cancer.
- You have had a CT scan of your chest, both without and with contrast dye.
- You are able to have minimally invasive surgery (VATS or RATS) to remove the small lung segment.
- You have no allergy to contrast dye, no prior surgery on that side of the chest, and no health condition (like pregnancy or severe cognitive issues) that would make the study unsafe.
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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