Using augmented reality for diagnosing biliary dilation
Navigating the Biliary Maze：a Retrospective Cohort Study of Augmented Reality Improving Outcomes in Choledochal Dilation Resection
This study is testing if using augmented reality technology can help doctors perform safer surgeries for patients with congenital biliary dilation and choledochal cysts.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 16 Years to 75 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Zhujiang Hospital Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | radiation |
| Locations | 1 site (Guangzhou, Guangdong) |
| Trial ID | NCT06418490 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This research explores the clinical application of augmented reality navigation technology combined with three-dimensional visualization to enhance surgical safety in patients with congenital biliary dilatation and choledochal cysts. The study aims to reduce intraoperative injuries to vascular and bile ducts, thereby minimizing serious postoperative complications and the occurrence of residual cysts. By improving diagnostic accuracy and surgical precision, this approach seeks to promote the development of precision surgery in this rare condition.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients diagnosed with congenital biliary dilatation or choledochal cysts who have stable liver function classified as Child-Pugh class A or B.
Not a fit: Patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunction, malignant transformations, or incomplete clinical data may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this technology could significantly improve surgical outcomes and reduce complications for patients with biliary dilation.
How similar studies have performed: While augmented reality and three-dimensional visualization technologies are emerging in surgical applications, this specific approach to biliary dilation diagnosis is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Diagnosis of congenital biliary dilatation confirmed; The standard of Child-Pugh classification of preoperative liver function was; class A or B; Clinical data were complete; Exclusion Criteria: Patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunction who cannot tolerate surgery or anesthesia; Patients with malignant transformation; Lack of clinical data.
Where this trial is running
Guangzhou, Guangdong
- zhujiang Hospital — Guangzhou, Guangdong, China (Recruiting)
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.