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Prospective rAndomized sTudy efficaCy tHree-dimensional rEconstructions Segmentectomy

Not Applicable
Not yet recruiting
Conditions
Lung; Node
Lung Cancer
Interventions
Diagnostic Test: CT scans 2D Reconstruction
Diagnostic Test: CT scans 2D plus 3D Reconstruction
Registration Number
NCT05716815
Lead Sponsor
Ospedale Centrale Bolzano
Brief Summary

With this project we want to study the effectiveness of 3D reconstruction of preoperative CT to reduce operating times, blood loss and conversions after segmentectomy performed in thoracoscopy / robotics.

Detailed Description

Pulmonary segmentectomy is the surgery of first choice in malignant lung tumors with a diameter \<2 cm in diameter. Patients who are candidates for this type of treatment perform usually a preoperative CT scan with two-dimensional reconstructions (2D: axial, coronary and sagittal). Today it is possible to perform a preoperative three-dimensional reconstruction (3D: volume rendering) of the vessels and bronchi using special software.

Objectives of the study is to analyze, in these patients, the benefits of 3D reconstruction of vessels and bronchi compared to 2D reconstruction, analyzing intra- and post-operative data.The study aims to randomize 288 patients over 36 months.

Study design: Prospective, randomized, controlled study. In 50% of patients the preoperative study of anatomical structures will be performed with the standard 2D method, in the remaining 50% with a 2D and 3D reconstruction. The assignment will take place through access to an online feature on the study website.

Evaluations and statistical methods The statistical analysis will be carried out using parametric and nonparametric descriptive, inferential statistical methods, while the main outcome will be carried out using the analysis of variance (ANOVA) and covariance (ANCOVA) techniques.

Ethical aspects. The study will be conducted in accordance with applicable current legislation. Approval by all relevant ethics committees will be required. Each patient will provide a written consent to participate in the study, after being properly informed.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
NOT_YET_RECRUITING
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
288
Inclusion Criteria
  • Segmentectomy performed through a minimally invasive approach (VATS or RATS).
  • Pathologically proven NSCLC on the resected specimen.
  • Age ≥18
  • Signed written informed consent
Exclusion Criteria
  • Prior homolateral cardiothoracic surgery.
  • Allergy or any other contraindication to iodinated contrast media.
  • Segmentectomy performed through an open approach (thoracotomy)
  • Histology different than NSCLC.
  • Pregnancy

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
PARALLEL
Arm && Interventions
GroupInterventionDescription
2D ReconstructionCT scans 2D ReconstructionBefore minimally invasive lung segmentectomy, preoperative chest CT scans are processed and evaluated with multi-plane (2D) reconstructions, according to the usual center protocol.
2D plus 3D ReconstructionCT scans 2D plus 3D ReconstructionBefore minimally invasive lung segmentectomy, preoperative chest CT scans are processed and evaluated with volume rendering (3D) reconstructions.
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Margin- and disease-free resection1 Month postoperative

Margin- and disease-free resection

Conversions from minimally invasive to thoracotomic procedureIntraoperative

Evaluation of conversions from minimally invasive to thoracotomic procedure

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Intraoperative air leaks and the use of sealantsIntraoperative

Evaluation of intraoperative air leaks and the use of sealants

Intraoperative major bleedingIntraoperative

Intraoperative major bleeding

Operating timesIntraoperative

Evaluation of operating times

Intraoperative blood lossIntraoperative

Evaluation of intraoperative blood loss

Postoperative air leaksup to 2 weeks

Evaluation of postoperative air leaks

Hospitalization timesup to 3 weeks

Evaluation of hospitalization times

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