New study explores the hidden emotional toll of lymphedema in breast cancer survivors

NCT ID NCT07165275

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 33 times

Summary

This completed study looked at 203 breast cancer survivors with lymphedema, a chronic swelling condition. Researchers wanted to see how patients' own perception of their swelling matched up with actual measurements, and how this affected their quality of life. The goal is to use these findings to develop more personalized care that supports both physical and emotional well-being.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Samsung Medical Center

    Seoul, Republic of Korea, 06351, South Korea

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to

If successful, this research could help doctors create more personalized care plans that address both the physical and emotional impacts of lymphedema in breast cancer survivors.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study that only looks at existing data, so it cannot prove cause and effect. The results may not apply to all patients with breast cancer-related lymphedema.

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Breast Cancer Lymphedema

As listed by the trial registrant

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