Electromagnetic navigation system for locating small lung nodules
Part of Cancer, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests a system that helps doctors find and mark small lung nodules before surgery. It may make the procedure more precise and help you get the right treatment for your nodule.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 18 and 80 years old.
- You need to have a single lung nodule that is 2 centimeters or smaller.
- You should be healthy enough to do daily activities without much help (performance status score of 0 to 2).
- You must be scheduled for a procedure to mark the nodule before surgery.
- You should not have significant scar tissue in your chest from past surgery or 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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