Could a benign breast biopsy predict cancer? new study seeks answers
NCT ID NCT07207564
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This Mayo Clinic study is recruiting 4,500 women who had a benign breast biopsy between 2002 and 2022. Researchers will examine tissue samples, mammograms, and genetic data to find clues about why some women later develop breast cancer. The goal is to improve risk prediction and tailor future screening and prevention strategies.
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 study could improve how doctors predict breast cancer risk in women with benign breast disease, leading to earlier detection and personalized screening.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not directly change patient care, and results may take years to apply in practice.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Mayo Clinic in Florida
RECRUITINGJacksonville, Florida, 32224-9980, United States
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Mayo Clinic in Rochester
RECRUITINGRochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States
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