BREAST NEOPLASM

This early-stage study tested the safety of an experimental immune therapy called IRX-2 in people with early-stage breast cancer. Sixteen participants received IRX-2 injections near the tumor before their planned surgery or chemotherapy. Researchers wanted to see if the treatment…

This study tested a two-part immunotherapy for people with advanced breast cancer that had spread or returned after standard treatments failed. The treatment combined a personalized cell-based vaccine (SV-BR-1-GM) with an immune-boosting drug (retifanlimab). The main goals were t…

This study tested a computer tool that automatically shows a cancer survivor's heart health risks using their existing medical records. The goal was to see if this tool helped survivors and their cancer doctors have better conversations about heart health, leading to more referra…

This study monitored the safety and effectiveness of the breast cancer drug IBRANCE in real-world medical settings in Korea. It followed over 550 women with advanced, hormone-sensitive breast cancer who were prescribed the drug as part of their normal care. The goal was to collec…

This study tested if a simple mental exercise could help people hold their breath longer during breast cancer radiation treatment. Longer breath-holds help move the heart away from radiation, potentially reducing heart damage. Healthy volunteers tried holding their breath using a…

This study tested whether a special program of exercise and breathing techniques could prevent nerve damage and thinking problems (often called 'chemo brain') in women with breast cancer. Researchers compared starting the program before cancer treatment versus during treatment. T…

This study tested a new 12-week program for women with chronic arm swelling (lymphedema) after breast cancer surgery. Researchers wanted to see if combining strength training exercises with wearing a special compression sleeve could safely reduce swelling and improve arm function…

This study tested whether a gentle acupressure technique could reduce anxiety in patients about to undergo a breast biopsy. Researchers worked with 57 women who were having their first breast biopsy for suspected cancer. They measured anxiety levels before and after the calming t…