Skin biopsies reveal clues to radiation rash in breast cancer
NCT ID NCT04764682
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at skin samples from 20 breast cancer patients receiving radiation therapy to understand why some develop radiation dermatitis—itchy, red, swollen skin. Researchers took small skin biopsies from areas showing signs of irritation. The goal was to identify molecular changes that could lead to better prevention or treatment strategies.
What this could mean
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- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could point toward new ways to prevent or treat radiation skin reactions in breast cancer patients.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed observational study with only 20 participants, so findings may not apply to everyone. It does not test any treatment.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Mayo Clinic
Jacksonville, Florida, 32224, United States
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