Program to Prevent Lymphedema After Breast Cancer Surgery
A Study of a Comprehensive Prevention Program to Reduce Lymphedema After Axillary Lymph Node Dissection in People With Breast Cancer
- Age
- 18 – 75
- Sex
- Female
- Trial phase
- Phase 3
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Prevention
- Participants needed
- 285 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center · Other
This trial is looking for women with breast cancer who are having surgery that may affect lymph fluid in their arms. Participants will take part in a program to help reduce the risk of lymphedema.
You may be able to join if
- I am female
- I have been diagnosed with breast cancer
- I am between 18 and 75 years old
- I have agreed to have surgery that may involve axillary lymph node dissection
You may not be able to join if
- I am male
- I do not speak English
- I cannot fit into the study garment
- I have had cancer return in my armpit area
- I have a history of axillary lymph node dissection
- I need to have surgery on both sides for breast cancer
- I am only having sentinel lymph node biopsy
- I have a known severe allergy to ICG dye
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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Check Your EligibilityThe purpose of this study to test whether a comprehensive program may help the lymph fluid to drain out of the arm and prevent lymphedema in participants with breast cancer.
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