Holding breath for heart health: new study tests radiation safety

NCT ID NCT07299812

First seen Jan 02, 2026 · Last updated May 20, 2026 · Updated 15 times

Summary

This study looks at whether holding your breath during breast cancer radiation can lower the amount of radiation reaching the heart. Researchers will compare heart doses in 400 women who use a special breathing device versus those who breathe normally. The goal is to find a safer way to deliver treatment without changing its effectiveness.

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Locations

  • Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo

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    Pavia, Lombardy, 27100, Italy

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