Scientists investigate why breast implants harden after cancer surgery

NCT ID NCT07419971

First seen Feb 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 13, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study follows 300 women who had immediate breast reconstruction with implants after mastectomy for breast cancer. Researchers want to find out why some women develop capsular contracture, a condition where scar tissue tightens around the implant, causing hardness or pain. Participants will have their results checked six months after surgery using a standard scale to rate how natural the breast looks and feels.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • West China Hospital

    Chengdu, Sichuan, 610000, China

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