Robotic Surgery for Pancreatic Cancer
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial studies the outcomes of using a robot to help perform pancreatic surgery on adults with certain pancreatic conditions. The robot makes the surgery more precise and less invasive, which may lead to quicker recovery. Robotic surgery has been introduced in the field of minimally invasive surgery to improve the handling of high-demanding procedures with encouraging results.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
Is robotic surgery for pancreatic cancer safe?
How does robotic pancreaticoduodenectomy differ from other treatments for pancreatic cancer?
Robotic pancreaticoduodenectomy is a minimally invasive surgery that uses robotic technology to perform complex procedures with precision, potentially offering cosmetic benefits and safety similar to open surgery. However, it does not currently show oncologic advantages over traditional methods and is mainly justified for benign or low-grade malignant tumors.678910
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment minimally invasive pancreaticoduodenectomy for pancreatic cancer?
Research suggests that minimally invasive pancreaticoduodenectomy, including robotic surgery, may offer benefits like improved recovery time and shorter hospital stays compared to traditional open surgery. However, the overall effectiveness and safety, especially for pancreatic cancer, are still being evaluated and remain somewhat controversial.1112131415
Who Is on the Research Team?
Jin He, MD,PhD
Principal Investigator
Johns Hopkins University
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults over 18 with symptomatic benign, premalignant, or resectable malignant tumors near the pancreas who are fit for surgery. Candidates must be able to consent and suitable for a robotic surgical approach. It's not for individuals with a BMI over 40, those needing additional major surgeries at the same time, or if their tumor involves major blood vessels or they're pregnant.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Surgery
Participants undergo robotic pancreaticoduodenectomy
Postoperative Recovery
Participants follow an enhanced recovery pathway after surgery
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for complications and quality of life
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- minimally invasive pancreaticoduodenectomy
- open pancreaticoduodenectomy
- robotic pancreaticoduodenectomy
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins
Lead Sponsor