New study aims to spare breast cancer patients from extensive surgery
NCT ID NCT05763641
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study is testing whether a less invasive procedure called target axillary dissection (TAD) can accurately check for cancer spread in the lymph nodes of people with locally advanced breast cancer after chemotherapy. The goal is to see if TAD can replace more extensive lymph node removal, which often causes long-term side effects like arm swelling. The study will enroll 162 participants and compare TAD results with standard full lymph node removal.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could validate a less invasive surgical approach for advanced breast cancer, potentially reducing arm swelling and other complications.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly improve outcomes. The method may not be accurate enough to replace standard surgery.
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Hospital Clínico y Provincial de Barcelona
RECRUITINGBarcelona, 08036, Spain
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Hospital de Bellvitge
RECRUITINGL'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, 08907, Spain
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