Lymphedema prevention trial: a new hope for breast cancer patients
NCT ID NCT06989099
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests if repairing the lymphatic system during breast cancer surgery can prevent lymphedema, a painful arm swelling. 50 women with breast cancer will receive this reconstruction. The goal is to see if this approach reduces the risk of developing lymphedema.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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MD Anderson Cancer Center
RECRUITINGHouston, Texas, 77030, United States
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