Robot-assisted kidney removal using a single-layer approach

Observation on the Efficacy of Single-layer Robot-assisted Transperitoneal Retroperitoneal Tubeless Radical Nephrectomy

Not applicable Interventional The First People's Hospital of Xiushui · NCT06565598

This study is testing a new way to remove a kidney using a robot that might be less invasive than traditional methods to see if it leads to better outcomes for patients with kidney problems like cancer.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment150 (estimated)
SexAll
SponsorThe First People's Hospital of Xiushui Academic / other
Locations1 site (Jiujiang)
Trial IDNCT06565598 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates the effectiveness of a single-layer robot-assisted transperitoneal approach for performing radical nephrectomy without tubularization. It is a multi-center retrospective analysis comparing this innovative technique to traditional robot-assisted nephrectomy methods. The focus is on evaluating clinical outcomes, safety, and efficacy in patients requiring kidney removal due to various conditions, including renal cancer. The study aims to provide insights into the potential advantages of this less invasive surgical approach.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients requiring radical nephrectomy for various medical reasons.

Not a fit: Patients who cannot tolerate laparoscopic surgery or have uncontrolled preoperative blood pressure or blood glucose levels may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

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

How similar studies have performed: While this approach is innovative, similar studies have shown promising results with robot-assisted surgical techniques in nephrectomy.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients with various causes requiring radical nephrectomy

Exclusion Criteria:

* patients who could not tolerate laparoscopic surgery for various reasons
* patients whose preoperative blood pressure and blood glucose were not controlled to normal
* patients with contralateral nonfunctioning kidney or solitary kidney
* Multiple organ surgery at the same time

Where this trial is running

Jiujiang

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Nonfunctional KidneyRenal CancerLaparoscopic radical nephrectomyTransperitoneal approachRobotic surgeryTubeless
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 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.