Could fewer lymph nodes be removed in breast cancer surgery?
NCT ID NCT04998682
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This completed study looked at whether sampling just a few lymph nodes under the arm can tell if breast cancer has spread, instead of removing many nodes. Twenty patients with advanced breast cancer at diagnosis took part. The goal was to see if this targeted approach could reduce the extent of surgery while still catching cancer that has spread.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Axillary dissection (surgical procedure)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors remove fewer lymph nodes in breast cancer patients, reducing side effects like arm swelling.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The approach may not be accurate enough for widespread use.
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Conditions
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University of Miami
Miami, Florida, 33136, United States