Clinical trial Recruiting at 3 sites Observational Ages 18 to 80 Women only

Autonomous Dual-Arm Breast Ultrasound: Scanning Performance and Diagnostic Agreement

Official title: Evaluation of Scanning and Diagnostic Performance of an Autonomous Dual-Arm Breast Ultrasound Robot: A Prospective, Multicenter Study

Run by Huazhong University of Science and Technology · NCT07915050 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests an autonomous dual-arm robotic breast ultrasound system to see if its scans and diagnostic impressions match those from conventional handheld ultrasound in adults undergoing breast screening.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years to 80 Years
SexWomen only
Enrollment885 (estimated)
SponsorHuazhong University of Science and Technology
Academic / other
Locations4 sites (Shiyan, Hubei and 3 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 1, 2026
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2027
Study endsJune 30, 2028
Registry record updatedNovember 4, 2026
Trial IDNCT07915050 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Adults aged 18-80 without a history of breast cancer who are willing to participate in breast screening.

Probably not a fit

Patients with prior breast cancer, breast resection, prosthetic implants, pregnancy or breastfeeding, or allergies to ultrasound gel may not benefit.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This is a prospective, multicenter, non-randomized study where each participant receives both autonomous robotic and conventional handheld breast ultrasound. Two senior ultrasound experts review images from both methods in a blinded fashion to compare lesion detection, localization, measurements, and BI-RADS categorization. The study will report agreement between the two modalities on BI-RADS assessments, image quality, and lesion measurements, along with patient experience and preliminary diagnostic performance metrics. The robotic system’s AI-assisted diagnostics will also be explored for its impact on clinicians’ accuracy. This work is for research purposes only and will not guide clinical management decisions.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, the robotic system could provide reliable imaging alternatives that support clinical decision-making in breast screening.

How similar studies have gone: Previous work with robotic and AI-assisted imaging has shown promise, but independent confirmation of diagnostic agreement with standard ultrasound remains ongoing.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. Aged 18-80 years.
2. No history of breast cancer.
3. Willing to voluntarily participate in breast screening.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. History of breast resection surgery.
2. Pregnant or breastfeeding women.
3. Presence of prosthetic implants.
4. Women with an allergy to ultrasound coupling gel.

Where it's running

  • Taihe Hospital of Shiyan City
    Shiyan, Hubei, China
    Recruiting
  • Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (Optical Valley Branch)
    Wuhan, Hubei, China
    Recruiting
  • Xiantao First People's Hospital
    Xiantao, Hubei, China
    Recruiting
  • Wuhan Children's Hospital
    Wuhan, Hubei, China
    Not yet recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.