New surgery aims to stop lymphedema before it starts
NCT ID NCT07227467
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a surgical procedure called immediate lymphatic reconstruction (ILR) done at the same time as lymph node removal in breast cancer patients. The goal is to prevent lymphedema, a painful arm swelling that can occur after surgery. Researchers will follow 100 women to see if ILR reduces swelling and improves quality of life.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- surgical procedure (immediate lymphatic reconstruction)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could provide a reliable way to prevent lymphedema in women undergoing lymph node removal for breast cancer.
- What could go wrong
- This is a relatively new surgical technique, and the study is small (100 participants) and observational. Insurance coverage is not yet routine, and results may not apply to all patients.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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The University o Chicago
RECRUITINGChicago, Illinois, 60637, United States
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