Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 to 75 Women only

Comparing robotic and traditional laparoscopic surgery for obese patients with early endometrial cancer

Official title: Robotic-assisted Versus Conventional Laparoscopic Surgery in the Management of Obese Patients With Early Endometrial Cancer in the Sentinel Lymph Node Era: a Randomized Controlled Study

Run by Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS · NCT05974995 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing whether robotic surgery works better than traditional laparoscopic surgery for morbidly obese patients with early endometrial cancer.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexWomen only
Enrollment566 (estimated)
SponsorFondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Rome)
StatusRecruiting
StartedSeptember 1, 2023
Main results expectedSeptember 1, 2026
Study endsSeptember 1, 2029
Registry record updatedOctober 3, 2024
Trial IDNCT05974995 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are morbidly obese women aged over 18 with histologically confirmed early-stage endometrial cancer.

Probably not a fit

Patients with a high likelihood of requiring open surgery due to uterine size or those with significant concomitant pelvic diseases 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 clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of robotic-assisted surgery compared to conventional laparoscopic surgery in morbidly obese patients diagnosed with early-stage endometrial cancer. The study will involve a randomized controlled multicentric approach to determine which minimally invasive surgical technique offers better outcomes in terms of safety and efficacy. Given the rising incidence of endometrial cancer among obese women, this research seeks to address the surgical challenges posed by obesity and improve peri-operative results. The trial will include patients with a BMI of 30 or higher and will assess various surgical parameters and outcomes.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved surgical outcomes and reduced complications for obese patients undergoing surgery for endometrial cancer.

How similar studies have gone: While there is existing literature suggesting benefits of robotic surgery in this patient population, this trial is among the first randomized studies specifically addressing this comparison.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* BMI \>=30
* Age \> 18
* Histologically confirmed endometrioid endometrial cancer
* Clinical early stage (stage I)
* No contraindication for minimally invasive surgery
* ASA\<4
* Written informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

* High probability of laparotomy related to uterine volume (US estimated weight \>250 g)
* Concomitant pelvic disease, or anatomical characteristics of the patient
* (Use of uterine manipulator)
* Age \>75 years

Where it's running

  • Policlinico Gemelli IRCCS
    Rome, Italy
    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.
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