New scanner could spot lymphedema faster in breast cancer survivors

NCT ID NCT03861975

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 23 times

Summary

This study tests whether a handheld scanner called LymphaTech can accurately measure arm swelling (lymphedema) in 100 women treated for breast cancer. The scanner is compared to a standard device called a Perometer. The goal is to see if the new scanner is reliable and faster, which could make screening easier and more accessible.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States

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