Nerve surgery offers hope for breast cancer survivors in chronic pain

NCT ID NCT04530526

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a surgical procedure called RPNI to treat chronic pain after mastectomy. 26 participants who had pain for at least six months after surgery were enrolled. The approach aims to reduce pain, improve quality of life, and lower the need for painkillers by treating damaged nerves.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

neuroma

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center

    Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States