Using optical biopsy technology in gynecological surgeries

Diagnostic Performance of Optical Biopsy by Cellvizio® in Gynecological Surgery

Not applicable Interventional Hospices Civils de Lyon · NCT04154683

This study is testing a new technology called optical biopsy to see if it can help doctors better diagnose and treat tissue issues during gynecological surgeries for women.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment80 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexFemale
SponsorHospices Civils de Lyon Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Bron and 1 other locations)
Trial IDNCT04154683 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates the use of optical biopsy technology, specifically Cellvizio®, to provide real-time, high-resolution analysis of tissues during gynecological surgeries. The aim is to enhance the diagnosis of lesions and improve surgical decision-making by accurately assessing tissue margins. The study builds on previous feasibility research and seeks to expand the application of this non-invasive technology to various gynecological conditions. It is a prospective monocentric descriptive study focusing on women undergoing laparoscopic surgeries.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are women aged 18 and older who are scheduled for laparoscopic surgeries such as salpingectomy, hysterectomy, or ovariectomy.

Not a fit: Patients who may not benefit from this study include those with significant postoperative risk factors, such as coagulation disorders or severe asthma.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this technology could lead to faster and more accurate diagnoses during gynecological surgeries, improving patient outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise with similar optical biopsy technologies, indicating potential for success in this novel application.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Women aged 18 years or more
* Informed and signed consent
* Planned surgery under laparoscopy and included in the list below:

  * unilateral or bilateral salpingectomy
  * hysterectomy
  * ovariectomy
  * surgery of endometriosis
  * surgery for cancer of the cervix, endometrium, ovaries

Exclusion Criteria:

* Interview revealing disorder entailing unacceptable risk of postoperative complications: coagulation disorder, immune system disorder, evolutive disease, etc.
* Pregnancy or desire of pregnancy during the study period, breastfeeding
* Hypersensitivity to Fluorescein or any of its excipients
* History of life-threatening reaction during angiography
* Known allergic reactions and hypersensitivity
* Severe asthma, heart and / or lung disease, diabetes
* Person on beta-blocker treatment
* Inability to understand information provided
* Not covered by a national health insurance scheme, prisoner or under administrative supervision

Where this trial is running

Bron and 1 other locations

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 Gynecologic Surgical ProceduressalpingectomyCellvizio®optical biopsyunilateral or bilateral salpingectomyovariectomyEndometriosissurgery for cervical
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