Hormone therapy before surgery may help older breast cancer patients skip radiation

NCT ID NCT04272801

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 32 times

Summary

This study looks at whether taking hormone therapy for 3 months before breast cancer surgery helps women aged 65 and older with early-stage, hormone-sensitive breast cancer decide if they want radiation after surgery. About 84 participants will take the medication and report how they feel. The goal is to see if this approach changes their preference for radiation treatment.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Virginia

    Charlottesville, Virginia, 22908, United States

  • Virginia Commonwealth University Massey Cancer Center

    Richmond, Virginia, 23298, United States

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