CompletedPhase 3ACTRN12605000081617

HATS trial

Hand-assisted thoracoscopic surgery versus Limited thoracotomy: Randomised controlled trial comparing early post-operative quality of life after diagnostic lung biopsy and radical metastasectomy

Sponsor

Gavin M Wright

Enrollment

60 participants

Start Date

Oct 23, 2001

Study Type

Interventional

Conditions

1. Undiagnosed pulmonary nodules not accessible by VATS.2. Pulmonary metastases suitable for wedge resection.

Summary

To determine whether a new form of minimally invasive ("keyhole") surgery results in less pain and suffering than traditional surgery of the lung via thoracotomy.

Eligibility

Sex: Both males and femalesMin Age: 18 Yearss

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This is a clinical study looking at HATS trial. It is open to aged 18 and older who have been diagnosed with melanoma. Participation typically involves regular medical visits, tests, and following a specific treatment plan.

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Interventions

Access to the lung using thoracoscope and trans-diaphragmatic palpation via small subcostal incision. Compared with smallest practical thoracotomy incision to acheive same lung resection.

Locations(1)

Australia

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