Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 to 85

Comparing robotic and video-assisted lung surgery techniques

Official title: Robotic Versus Video-assisted Lobectomy/Segmentectomy for Lung Surgery

Run by The Second Hospital of Shandong University · NCT05270616 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing whether robotic lung surgery works better and is safer than video-assisted lung surgery for patients needing lung removal.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 85 Years
SexAll
Enrollment800 (estimated)
SponsorThe Second Hospital of Shandong University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Jinan, Shandong)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 1, 2020
Main results expectedJune 1, 2023
Study endsJune 1, 2028
Registry record updatedMarch 8, 2022
Trial IDNCT05270616 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are patients with good cardio-pulmonary function who require minimally invasive lobectomy or segmentectomy.

Probably not a fit

Patients with poor cardio-pulmonary function or those with large tumors or extensive adhesions in the thoracic cavity 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 study aims to compare the safety and efficacy of robotic-assisted lobectomy/segmentectomy (RAL/S) with video-assisted lobectomy/segmentectomy (VAL/S) for lung resection. The VAL/S approach is further divided into uniport and multiport techniques. By evaluating these two minimally invasive surgical methods, the study seeks to determine which approach offers better outcomes for patients undergoing lung surgery.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved surgical outcomes and recovery for patients undergoing lung resection.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promising results with robotic and video-assisted surgical techniques, indicating potential for success in this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. good cardio- pulmonary function to tolerate surgery;
2. minimaly invasive surgery for lobectomy or segmentectomy or sleeve lobectomy;

Exclusion Criteria:

1. cardio- pulmonary function is not good enough to tolerate surgery;
2. huge tumor or extensive adhesion in thoracic cavity.

Where it's running

  • The Second Hospital of Shandong University
    Jinan, Shandong, 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.
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.