New study aims to predict swelling after breast cancer surgery
NCT ID NCT02743858
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study follows 1,250 women who have had lymph node removal during breast cancer surgery. Researchers use arm measurements and tissue tests to see who develops lymphedema (arm swelling) and why. The goal is to find early warning signs and improve quality of life.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors predict and catch lymphedema earlier, improving quality of life for breast cancer survivors.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not testing a new treatment. It may not lead to direct changes in care, and results depend on many individual factors.
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Basking Ridge (Consent only)
RECRUITINGBasking Ridge, New Jersey, 07920, United States
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Bergen (Consent only)
RECRUITINGMontvale, New Jersey, 07645, United States
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
RECRUITINGNew York, New York, 10065, United States
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Commack (Consent only)
RECRUITINGCommack, New York, 11725, United States
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Monmouth (Consent only)
RECRUITINGMiddletown, New Jersey, 07748, United States
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Nassau (Consent only)
RECRUITINGUniondale, New York, 11553, United States
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Westchester (Consent only)
RECRUITINGHarrison, New York, 10604, United States
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