Comparison Between the Axillary Bilateral-breast Approach (ABBA) and Bilateral Axillo-breast Appr… (NCT02768753) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Comparison Between the Axillary Bilateral-breast Approach (ABBA) and Bilateral Axillo-breast Approach (BABA) for Robotic Thyroidectomy
China60 participantsStarted 2016-05
Plain-language summary
The purpose of this study is to compare the therapeutic effects between the axillary bilateral-breast approach (ABBA) and bilateral axillo-breast approach (BABA) for robotic thyroidectomy.To explore the efficacy, safety, cosmetic results and clinical value by the two approaches.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 70 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion criteria
. the initial surgery
. preoperative needle aspiration biopsy of thyroid cancer, and the diameter of no more than 1cm, no lateral neck lymph node metastasis
. the tumor is confined to the thyroid membrane, not invading trachea and recurrent laryngeal nerve
. intraoperative frozen section diagnosis of thyroid cancer
. the patient informed consent.
Exclusion criteria
. high-frequency ultrasound preoperative tumor diameter greater than 1cm, or lateral neck lymph node metastasis in patients
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Change of VAS Pain Scores for the First 24 Hours
Timeframe: The pain scores of 2pm, 10pm and 6am on the first day after operation were evaluated.The mean values were calculated and recorded.