Septum-guided Segmentectomy for Deep Early-stage Lung Cancer (SGS2512) (NCT07564557) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Septum-guided Segmentectomy for Deep Early-stage Lung Cancer (SGS2512)
China89 participantsStarted 2026-04-01
Plain-language summary
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of a specialized surgical technique called "Septum-guided Segmentectomy" for treating early-stage lung cancer located deep within the lung tissue.Standard surgery for lung cancer often involves removing an entire lung lobe (lobectomy), which can significantly reduce a patient's breathing capacity. For small tumors, removing only a segment of the lung (segmentectomy) can preserve more healthy tissue. However, for tumors located deep in the lung, traditional segmentectomy is technically challenging and risks leaving cancer cells behind.In this study, surgeons will use the natural anatomical boundaries-the intersegmental veins and their surrounding thin membranes (septa)-as a guide to precisely remove the target lung segment. This "septum-guided" approach aims to ensure the cancer is completely removed while maximizing the preservation of healthy lung function.Participants will be followed for 3 years after surgery to monitor for cancer recurrence and assess their long-term recovery.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 80 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Age 18-80 years
* Clinical stage IA (cT1a-bN0M0)
* tumor diameter ≤ 2 cm
* Pathological feature: Solid-dominant lesion (CTR \> 0.5)
* Tumor location: Deep-seated within the lung parenchyma (inner 2/3), defined as the tumor center being located in the inner 2/3 region of the lung field on axial, coronal, and sagittal CT views
* ECOG Performance Status: 0-1
* Pulmonary function: FEV1 ≥ 60% predicted and DLCO SB ≥ 60% predicted
* Participants must be willing and able to provide written informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* Multiple pulmonary nodules or evidence of distant metastasis
* Intraoperative confirmation of lymph node metastasis (N1/N2) or pleural dissemination
* History of previous ipsilateral lung surgery
* History of other malignant tumors within the past 5 years
* Presence of severe cardiovascular or cerebrovascular diseases that preclude surgical tolerance
* Pregnancy or breastfeeding
Questions worth asking your doctor
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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?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
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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.