Chemo's toll on seniors: new study tracks recovery in breast cancer patients

NCT ID NCT01030250

Ongoing Knowledge-focused Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study follows 238 breast cancer patients to see how chemotherapy impacts their physical function, overall health, and quality of life. Researchers compare older adults (65+) with younger patients to understand recovery patterns and identify who is at higher risk for serious side effects. The goal is to improve care by predicting which patients need extra support during treatment.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: adjuvant chemotherapy
What this could lead to: If successful, this study could help doctors predict which patients are more likely to have side effects from chemotherapy, leading to more personalized treatment plans.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not test a new drug or change current care. Results may not apply to all breast cancer patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

breast cancer breast neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BREAST CANCER

Contacts and locations

Locations

City of Hope

Duarte, California, 91010, United States

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