New Armpit-Incision mastectomy could leave breasts Scar-Free
NCT ID NCT06569706
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a new way to remove breast cancer through a single small cut in the armpit, leaving no visible scar on the breast. It is for women with small to medium breasts who need a mastectomy but want to keep their nipple. The procedure uses standard laparoscopic tools, making it cheaper than robotic surgery. The goal is to see if it is safe and works well in a French hospital.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Endoscopic nipple-sparing mastectomy with immediate breast reconstruction (a surgical procedure using a single port through the armpit)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could offer breast cancer patients a less visible scar option for mastectomy, potentially improving cosmetic outcomes and recovery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small early feasibility study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The procedure is new to Europe and may have higher complication rates or need conversion to open surgery.
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Uhmontpellier
RECRUITINGMontpellier, 34295, France
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