Clinical Research Directory

Shape-sensing Versus Electromagnetic Robotic Bronchoscopy for Evaluation of PulmoNary LEsions

This is an investigator-initiated, multicenter, non inferiority, cluster randomized controlled trial. The primary objective is to compare the diagnostic yield of the electromagnetic robotic assisted bronchoscopy with digital tomosynthesis (Galaxy system by Noah Medical) to the shape sensing robotic assisted bronchoscopy with integrated cone beam CT (Ion™ Endoluminal System by Intuitive) in patients undergoing bronchoscopy for peripheral pulmonary lesion (PPL) evaluation.

Clinical Study of Trap-(FAPI)3 PET Imaging in the Diagnosis of Pulmonary Nodules

The excellent tumor-targeting efficacy of FAP has been confirmed by multiple clinical studies. The results unequivocally establish FAPI as a tumor-targeting ligand with significant potential, demonstrating important application prospects in translational oncology. However, its therapeutic effects remain under investigation. An ideal radiopharmaceutical for cancer treatment should possess outstanding targeting specificity and relatively prolonged tumor retention time. Previous studies have shown that radiolabeled FAPI variants (FAPI-04 and FAPI-46) rapidly and satisfactorily accumulate in tumors, while exhibiting low physiological uptake in normal tissues. However, prior FAP-related tracers demonstrated relatively short retention times in small pulmonary lesions. Our aim is to design a FAPI trimer, Trap-(FAPI)3, to optimize pharmacokinetics and evaluate whether this novel drug offers superior advantages over its monomer analogs in the imaging diagnosis and staging of pulmonary tumors.

The Effect of Acupuncture on Pulmonary Function Recovery Following Lung Resection

Background and Purpose: Lung resection surgery is the standard treatment for early-stage lung adenocarcinoma, but it often leads to reduced lung volume and postoperative pain, which can hinder pulmonary recovery. While standard rehabilitation includes breathing exercises (incentive spirometry) and pain management, additional strategies are needed to enhance recovery. Acupuncture has shown benefits in managing respiratory diseases like COPD and reducing surgical pain, but its specific effectiveness in rehabilitation after lung resection has not yet been established. This study aims to evaluate whether adding acupuncture to standard postoperative care can further improve lung function and recovery. Study Design and Methods: This is a randomized controlled clinical trial. Participants who have undergone lung resection will be assigned to one of two groups: Control Group: Receives standard rehabilitation (lung volume training with incentive spirometry). Intervention Group: Receives standard rehabilitation plus acupuncture therapy. Evaluation: One week after surgery, researchers will perform pulmonary function tests on all participants. The study will compare the two groups primarily based on improvements in lung function. Secondary outcomes, including pain levels and quality of life, will also be assessed to determine the overall benefit and safety of integrating acupuncture into postoperative recovery.

Shape-Sensing Robotic-Assisted Bronchoscopy for Diagnosis of Peripheral Pulmonary Nodules in Korea

What is this study about? This study tests a new robotic technology to take tissue samples from lung nodules (small spots in the lungs). Some lung nodules are cancer, but doctors need a tissue sample to know for sure. What is the problem? Current methods to get tissue from lung nodules only work about 7 out of 10 times. When they don't work, doctors may need riskier procedures. What is the new technology? The new technology is called robotic bronchoscopy (ssRAB). It uses a robot with special sensors to guide a thin tube more accurately to lung nodules than current methods. Who can join? Adults aged 19 or older who have lung nodules that need tissue sampling and are healthy enough for the procedure. What happens? Participants will have the robotic procedure while asleep under anesthesia. The robot guides a thin tube to the lung nodule to take a small tissue sample. Participants are watched for problems and followed for 6 months. What are the risks and benefits? The new technology may be more accurate and safer than current methods. The main risks are small chance of lung collapse or bleeding, similar to regular procedures. Why is this important? This study will show if the new robotic technology works well and is safe in Korea. If successful, it could help diagnose lung cancer earlier and more accurately. This study will include 100 people at Ulsan University Hospital in Korea.

AI-Driven Autonomous Registration in Robotic Bronchoscopy

This study aims to evaluate the feasibility and safety of an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven autonomous registration technology in robotic navigational bronchoscopy. A total of 20 patients with pulmonary nodules requiring localization will be enrolled. The Langhe Bronchoscopy Robot System equipped with AI-based autonomous registration software will be used. Primary outcomes include the success rate of autonomous registration and the rate of manual intervention during the process. Secondary outcomes encompass registration time, complication rates, and nodule localization success.

Specimens for Lung Cancer Panel Design

This is an observational study designed to determine the optimal combination of biomarkers and clinical data for the early detection, confirmation, and better treatment of lung cancer including minimizing recurrence.

Efficacy and Safety of Robotic-assisted Bronchoscopy Combined With the ICNVA Strategy in Biopsy of Peripheral Pulmonary Nodules

To assess the efficacy and safety of robotic-assisted bronchoscopy system (bronchial navigation and positioning device) combined with ICNVA strategy for peripheral pulmonary nodule biopsy through a prospective, single-center, single-arm study.

Bronchoscopic Navigation Robot-guided Dye Marking-assisted Thoracoscopic Pulmonary Nodule Resection

With the widespread use of low-dose spiral CT screening for the lungs, an increasing number of small nodules are being detected, and surgical resection is the preferred method for clinical intervention of pulmonary nodules. Staining localization can assist surgeons in accurately locating pulmonary nodules during surgery, achieving complete resection of the nodules while minimizing the resection area, thereby optimizing surgical outcomes. The study will include individuals with pulmonary nodules detected by CT scans who require color localization assistance for thoracoscopic pulmonary nodule resection, randomly divided into two groups: one group will receive bronchoscopic navigation-assisted staining localization, while the other group will receive staining localization guided by an electromagnetic navigation system. The primary outcome is to evaluate the success rate of staining localization between the two groups. This study aims to assess, through a prospective, single-center, randomized controlled clinical trial, whether the success rate of staining localization guided by bronchoscopic navigation robots (experimental group) is not lower than that of staining localization guided by the electromagnetic navigation system (control group), while potentially offering advantages such as a shorter learning curve, ease of operation, and reduced surgical time. This will provide a new efficient and safe method for the localization of pulmonary nodules clinically, greatly supporting accurate treatment of pulmonary nodules.

A Multicenter, Retrospective, Chart Review Study Evaluating the Impact and Utility of the Blood-Based Proteomic Integrated Classifier and Auto-Antibody Tests in the Real-World

This study is a multicenter retrospective chart review. Sites with at least 100 patients tested with the IC and AAT tests, who have index dates (date of IC and AAT testing) at least one year prior to data collection date will be eligible for participation.

The Impact of Thoracic Paravertebral Nerve Block At Different Positions on Pain Relief in Patients Undergoing Single-Port Thoracoscopic Partial Lung Resection

Thoracic surgery is widely recognized as one of the most painful surgical procedures. Compared to open thoracotomy, video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) offers similar therapeutic outcomes with less invasiveness, significantly reducing postoperative pain and promoting recovery. Despite the use of video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS), a significant proportion of patients still experience considerable discomfort. Specifically, 78% of patients report moderate to severe pain, with 27% experiencing moderate pain, 34% severe pain, and 17% very severe pain. Multiple studies have shown that the use of regional anesthesia, such as thoracic paravertebral nerve block (TPVB), in these surgeries can block the transmission of nociceptive signals via the intercostal nerves, producing good analgesic effects. This can reduce the consumption of postoperative opioids, decrease inflammatory responses, and improve patient survival rates after surgery. By comparing the differences in hemodynamic parameters, inflammatory stress indicators, and intraoperative and postoperative analgesic effects of thoracic paravertebral nerve block in different preoperative positions for patients undergoing thoracoscopic surgery, we aim to identify the optimal nerve block position, thereby promoting patient recovery.