Force feedback in robotic lung resection: does gentler instrument touch help recovery?

Is this trial a fit for you?

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 will prospectively follow patients undergoing robotic-assisted anatomic lung resections (lobectomy or segmentectomy) at The James Cancer Hospital to see if lower force at the instrument tips is linked to better outcomes. Researchers will compare outcomes using Force Feedback devices, aiming to capture a composite endpoint of textbook recovery, defined by uncomplicated recovery, early discharge, and no readmission. The study focuses on real-world clinical practice at a high-volume thoracic center and aims to determine whether force reduction improves postoperative trajectories. The investigators hypothesize that reduced force with Force Feedback instruments will increase rates of discharge within three days after surgery. All eligible adults undergoing robotic-assisted lung resection who meet ERAS criteria at OSU Wexner Medical Center will be observed.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Ages 18 years or older
* Undergoing robotic-assisted anatomic lung resection (lobectomy or segmentectomy) at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

Exclusion Criteria:

* Age \< 18 years old
* Subject is pregnant or suspected to be pregnant or breastfeeding
* ECOG Performance status \> 2
* Do not qualify for ERAS protocol
* Undergoing an emergent procedure
* Undergoing non-anatomic lung resection
* Undergoing pneumonectomy
* Previous ipsilateral thoracic surgery (open, video-assisted thoracoscopic or robotic)
* Planned to undergo major concomitant surgery for the treatment of a different medical condition than was originally planned
* Non-English speaking

Where it's running

• The James Cancer Hospital
  Columbus, Ohio, United States 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.