Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational

Comparing postoperative pain from different neck surgery methods

Official title: Postoperative Pain of Robotic, Endoscopic and Open Lateral Neck Dissection

Run by Shanghai 6th People's Hospital · NCT06803732 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how much pain people with thyroid cancer feel after different types of neck surgery to see if less invasive methods help reduce discomfort.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
SexAll
Enrollment600 (estimated)
SponsorShanghai 6th People's Hospital
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionsradiation
Locations1 site (Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality)
StatusRecruiting
StartedNovember 1, 2024
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2027
Study endsDecember 31, 2027
Registry record updatedJune 24, 2026
Trial IDNCT06803732 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are patients diagnosed with differentiated thyroid cancer who require lateral neck dissection and have metastatic lateral lymph nodes.

Probably not a fit

Patients with distant metastasis, prior neck surgery or radiation history, or vocal fold fixation may not benefit from this study.

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

What this trial studies

This observational study investigates the intensity and severity of postoperative pain following lateral neck dissection performed using robotic, endoscopic, and open surgical approaches. It aims to assess pain levels on the day of surgery, one month post-operation, and three months post-operation to evaluate the advantages of minimally invasive techniques. By focusing on patients diagnosed with differentiated thyroid cancer and metastatic lateral lymph nodes, the study seeks to provide insights into the effectiveness of these surgical methods in reducing postoperative discomfort.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could help identify the most effective surgical approach for minimizing postoperative pain in patients undergoing neck dissection.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promising results in reducing postoperative pain with minimally invasive surgical techniques, suggesting potential success for this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients underwent lateral neck dissection via robotic, endoscopic or open approach
* Clinical diagnosis of differentiated thyroid cancer
* Clinical diagnosis of metastatic lateral lymph nodes

Exclusion Criteria:

* Participants with distant metastasis
* Participants with history of neck surgery or radiation
* Participants with vocal fold fixation by preoperative fibrolaryngoscope

Where it's running

  • Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital
    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China
    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.
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