Cognitive Decline Risk in Older Breast Cancer Patients

Older Breast Cancer Patients: Risk for Cognitive Decline

Recruiting Observational Study
Cancer, Breast Age-related Cognitive Decline Cognitive Decline
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Healthy Volunteers Welcome You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part. No Study Drug Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
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At a Glance
Age
60 – 105
Sex
Female
Study type
Observational
Participants needed
1,700 (estimated)
Sponsor
Georgetown University · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for older women with a recent diagnosis of breast cancer to study how treatment affects their thinking skills. Participants will complete assessments and may also undergo optional imaging tests.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am female.
  • I am 60 years or older.
  • I have been diagnosed with breast cancer.
  • I can communicate in English.
  • My psychoactive medication dose has been stable for at least two months.
  • I have not had chemotherapy or hormonal treatment before.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have a history of neurological problems.
  • I have had brain surgery.
  • I have had a stroke.
  • I have HIV/AIDS.
  • I have experienced major head trauma.
  • I have a major psychiatric disorder.
  • I have had breast cancer or any other cancer, except non-melanoma skin cancer, within the last 5 years.
  • I have visual or hearing impairment that affects my participation.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
The goal of this study is to evaluate the impact of systemic therapy on cognition in older breast cancer patients, explore change in APE, LM and Cognition domains, measure associations between cognitive decline and QOL, and describe how genetic polymorphisms, inflammatory biomarkers, sleep and physical measures moderate cognitive outcomes. This study is being done nationally, with recruiting sites…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: For cancer patients, eligibility includes: * being female * Age 60+ at diagnosis of a new primary histological confirmed adenocarcinoma breast cancer * AJCC stages 0-3 or planning neoadjuvant therapy * In the judgment of the consenting professional, able to communicate well eno…
Contacts

Jeanne Mandelblatt

2026870801

mandelbj@georgetown.edu

CONTACT

Meghan Mihalache

2026878247

mem323@georgetown.edu

CONTACT