Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 to 80

Evaluating robotic surgery for liver tumor removal

Official title: A Study to Evaluate Safety and Feasibility of Robotic Liver Resection

Run by Zhejiang University · NCT06353672 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if using robotic surgery to remove liver tumors is safer and more effective than traditional surgery methods for patients with liver tumors.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 80 Years
SexAll
Enrollment1000 (estimated)
SponsorZhejiang University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Hangzhou, Zhejiang)
StatusRecruiting
StartedDecember 1, 2020
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2025
Study endsDecember 31, 2026
Registry record updatedApril 9, 2024
Trial IDNCT06353672 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are patients diagnosed with a liver tumor who are eligible for robotic liver resection.

Probably not a fit

Patients undergoing simultaneous malignancy resection of the colorectum or other organs 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 evaluates the safety and feasibility of robotic liver resection compared to traditional laparoscopic and open liver surgeries. It utilizes advanced robotic surgical technology to enhance precision and flexibility during liver operations, particularly in complex cases. The aim is to gather reliable data on the benefits of robotic techniques in liver surgery, addressing previous limitations in comparative studies. By focusing on patients diagnosed with liver tumors, the study seeks to provide insights into the effectiveness of robotic interventions.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this could lead to improved surgical outcomes and recovery for patients undergoing liver tumor removal.

How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown limited evidence for improved outcomes with robotic liver resection compared to other surgical methods, indicating this approach is still being explored.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* The patients were diagnosed with a liver tumor.
* The patients underwent robotic liver resection.

Exclusion Criteria:

* The patients underwent simultaneous malignancy resection of the colorectum or other organs (except gallbladder).

Where it's running

  • First Affiliated Hospital, Medical College of Zhejiang University
    Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 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.