New breathing trick shields heart during breast cancer treatment

NCT ID NCT07299812

First seen Jan 02, 2026 · Last updated Apr 30, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study looks at whether holding your breath deeply during breast cancer radiation can keep the heart safe from radiation damage. About 400 women with early-stage breast cancer will either use a special breathing device or breathe normally during treatment. The goal is to measure how much less radiation reaches the heart with this technique.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo

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    Pavia, Lombardy, 27100, Italy

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