BREAST SURGERY

This study looks at women with breast cancer that has spread to lymph nodes under the arm, found before surgery. Normally, doctors remove many lymph nodes, which can cause arm swelling and pain. The trial tests if removing only the first few affected nodes is just as effective fo…

This study tests a device called BLOOM43 that is used the night before breast reconstruction surgery. The goal is to see if it helps the skin survive better and reduces complications like skin death. About 60 women having immediate breast reconstruction after mastectomy will take…

This study tests whether a mild electrical pulse on the ear during breast cancer surgery can lower feelings of anxiety, depression, and pain after the operation. About 232 women will receive either the real stimulation or a fake version, and neither they nor their doctors will kn…

This small pilot study will test whether a special gel called CO2Lift can reduce wound breakdown after breast reduction surgery. Ten women will have the gel applied to one breast and a placebo to the other, and researchers will track healing for 12 weeks. The main goal is to see …

This study tests whether two types of breathing exercises—pranayama and pursed-lip breathing—can help reduce pain and anxiety after breast surgery. About 126 adults having their first mastectomy will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: pranayama, pursed-lip breathing, or…

This study looks back at medical records of 5,000 adults who had breast surgery using MOLLI markers. The goal is to see how often the markers are found during surgery and removed with the tissue. No new treatments are tested—just data from standard care is reviewed.

This study looks at whether written materials, videos, or a combination of both help women facing breast reconstruction after mastectomy feel more informed, confident, and less anxious. About 100 adults considering mastectomy will be randomly assigned to receive one type of educa…