Quit nicotine, get reconstruction: new study offers hope for breast cancer patients
NCT ID NCT06461650
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a nicotine cessation program can help women with breast cancer quit nicotine before reconstructive surgery. About 20 women who use nicotine and are scheduled for mastectomy or lumpectomy with reconstruction will take part. The program includes up to four counseling sessions over several weeks, and some may also use nicotine replacement therapy. The goal is to see if the program is feasible and acceptable, and whether it helps women become eligible for surgery that could improve their outcomes.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Nicotine cessation program (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could help women quit nicotine before surgery, making them eligible for breast reconstruction and potentially reducing surgical complications.
What could go wrong
This is a very small feasibility study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply widely. The program's success depends on participants' motivation, and nicotine replacement therapy must be stopped before surgery, which may be challenging.
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University of Florida
RECRUITINGGainesville, Florida, 32608, United States
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