AI-based diagnostic model for detecting lymphatic metastasis in cancer

Development and Prospective Validation of a Digital Pathology-based Artificial Intelligence Diagnostic Model for Pan-cancer Lymphatic Metastasis

Observational Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University · NCT06517979

This study is testing a new AI tool to see if it can better detect cancer spread to lymph nodes compared to the usual methods used by doctors.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment10000 (estimated)
SexAll
SponsorSun Yat-Sen Memorial Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University Academic / other
Locations1 site (Guangzhou, Guangdong)
Trial IDNCT06517979 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study aims to develop and validate an artificial intelligence (AI) diagnostic model for detecting lymphatic metastasis in cancer patients. It will compare the performance of the AI model against traditional pathological evaluations conducted by pathologists to assess improvements in diagnostic accuracy and efficiency. The study involves collecting and digitizing pathological slides from patients who have undergone cancer surgery, allowing the AI to analyze these images and generate diagnostic results. The goal is to enhance the clinical workflow and reduce missed diagnoses of lymph node metastasis.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are cancer patients who are undergoing radical tumor resection and lymph node dissection.

Not a fit: Patients who refuse to participate in the diagnostic test will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this AI model could significantly improve the accuracy of lymph node metastasis detection, leading to better treatment decisions and outcomes for cancer patients.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using AI for diagnostic purposes in pathology, indicating potential success for this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients with cancer, undergoing radical tumor resection and lymph node dissection.
* Patients with complete clinical and pathological information.

Exclusion Criteria:

* The patient refused to participate in this diagnostic test.

Where this trial is running

Guangzhou, Guangdong

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions CancerLymphatic MetastasisArtificial IntelligenceLymph Node MetastasisDigital PathologyWhole Slide Image
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.