New surgery aims to stop arm swelling in breast cancer survivors
NCT ID NCT03990610
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether moving lymph nodes from one part of the body to the armpit during breast reconstruction can lower the risk of lymphedema, a painful arm swelling. Thirty breast cancer patients who had mastectomy and lymph node removal will receive the extra procedure. Researchers will track how many develop lymphedema over time.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Vascularized lymph node transfer (surgical procedure)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a way to prevent chronic arm swelling after breast cancer treatment, improving quality of life.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 30 participants and no control group, so results may not be conclusive. Surgery carries risks like infection or poor healing.
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Conditions
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Locations
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M D Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States