Can chromosome chaos predict chemo success? new study aims to find out.

NCT ID NCT03096418

First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 32 times

Summary

This study looks at whether breast tumors with more chromosomal instability (CIN) respond better to the chemotherapy drug paclitaxel. About 50 women with breast cancer will receive paclitaxel weekly before surgery. Researchers will measure tumor shrinkage and drug levels to understand how CIN affects treatment response.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • University of Iowa Health Care/Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Iowa City, Iowa, 52242, United States

    Contact

  • University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center

    RECRUITING

    Madison, Wisconsin, 53792, United States

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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