Actively Recruiting
AI and Safety in Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Led by University Health Network, Toronto · Updated on 2026-01-13
70
Participants Needed
2
Research Sites
45 weeks
Total Duration
On this page
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Today, the majority of gallbladder removals surgeries are done using minimally invasive techniques through small cuts to help patients recover faster. However, these procedures are technically more challenging because surgeons have a restricted view of the patient's anatomy, which can increase the risk of serious complications. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools have been developed to guide surgeons during surgery and help them make safer decisions that reduce the risk of injury to the patient. This study will use a randomized controlled trial to compare outcomes between surgeries with AI assistance and standard procedures without AI. Primary Objective: To determine whether the AI improves surgeons' ability to achieve the Critical View of Safety, a key step for safe gallbladder removal, compared to standard procedures. Secondary Objectives: * Determine whether the AI helps the surgeon perform more safe dissections compared to the standard procedures. * Collect surgeon feedback on the use of AI during the procedure
CONDITIONS
Official Title
AI and Safety in Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Attending surgeons or fellows who perform laparoscopic cholecystectomy at University Health Network
- Adults 18 years of age or older scheduled for laparoscopic cholecystectomy surgery
You will not qualify if you...
- Individuals who are not surgeons or fellows at University Health Network or do not perform laparoscopic cholecystectomy
- Patients not scheduled for laparoscopic cholecystectomy surgery
AI-Screening
AI-Powered Screening
Complete this quick 3-step screening to check your eligibility
Trial Site Locations
Total: 2 locations
1
Toronto General Hospital
Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5G 2C4
Actively Recruiting
2
Toronto Western Hospital
Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5T 2S8
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
A
Ariana Walji, BSc, MSc Candidate
CONTACT
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
DOUBLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
PREVENTION
Number of Arms
2
Not the Right Trial for You?
Explore thousands of other clinical trials that might be a better match.
Sign up to get personalized trial recommendations delivered to your inbox.
Already have an account? Log in here