Bandage breakthrough? new trial tests cheap fix for Post-Surgery swelling
NCT ID NCT04819542
First seen Jun 01, 2026 · Last updated Jun 20, 2026 · Updated 5 times
Summary
This study tests whether wearing a compression bandage after mastectomy can prevent lymphoceles—painful fluid pockets that often form after surgery. About 84 breast cancer patients will either get a drain plus bandage or just a drain. The goal is to see if the bandage reduces fluid buildup, cuts drain time, and shortens hospital stays.
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What this could mean
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Active substance
compression bandage
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a simple, low-cost way to prevent painful fluid buildup after mastectomy, reducing hospital stays and complications.
What could go wrong
This is a small early-stage trial with only 84 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The bandage might not reduce lymphoceles significantly, and there is a small risk of skin irritation or discomfort.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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