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New treatment option for Urologic Cancer
Official title A Novel Imaging Protocol in Use to Identify Lymph Nodes and Organs of Interest
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05899361
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This research study is a pilot clinical trial, which hypothesizes that the combination of electromagnetic tracking in conjunction with laparoscope imaging and ultrasound probe imaging will aid in reducing the complexity of both laparoscopic lymphadenectomy and/or organ removal in patients with a confirmed diagnosis of cancer in urologic regions of interest (Bladder, Prostate, Testicular, Kidney, Urethral, and Penis), by resulting in better visualization and more accurate localization of certain areas in the diseased organ or the diseased lymph node, and allowing for improved surgical and patient outcomes, fewer complications and better clinician performance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Signed written informed consent before any trial-related procedure is undertaken that is not part of the standard patient management
- people aged ≥ 18 years. Selected patients must have a confirmed or suspected diagnosis of disease in urologic regions of interest, with scheduled...
- people must have had either of the following scans: CT, PET or MR of acceptable quality at Brigham and Women's Hospital within the past year.
- people must also be scheduled to undergo lymph node dissection for a urologic cancer or organ removal of any of the following urologic regions of...
- people must also be scheduled to undergo a laparoscopic lymph node dissection and/or a urologic organ removal within any OR at BWH.
You likely can't join if
- Severely impaired renal function with an EGFR \< 30 mL/min/body surface area
- Evidence of any significant, uncontrolled comorbid condition that could affect compliance with the protocol or interpretation of the results, which...
- History of hypersensitivity or other contraindication to contrast media
- Contraindication to general anesthesia
- Pregnancy
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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