Light therapy may soothe radiation burns in breast cancer patients
NCT ID NCT07600957
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a special light therapy can reduce skin damage caused by radiation treatment in women with breast cancer. 60 women who have had breast-conserving surgery and are scheduled for radiation will either receive standard skin care alone or standard care plus polarized light therapy. Researchers will measure skin thickness with ultrasound and check the severity of any rash using a standard scale.
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 60 people
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- Started
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May 2026
- Expected to finish
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Jan 2027
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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35 to 55 years
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Female patients aged 35-55 years. 2. Histologically confirmed primary unilateral breast cancer. 3. Status post breast-conserving surgery (lumpectomy). 4. Planned for hypo fractionated whole-breast irradiation (HFWBI). 5. Scheduled to receive a total radiation dose of 40-42.5 Gy delivered in 15-16 fractions over approximately 3 weeks. 6. Ability to understand study procedures and provide written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Previous radiotherapy to the same breast or thoracic region. 2. Bilateral breast cancer. 3. Metastatic or advanced systemic disease. 4. Prior mastectomy. 5. Active skin infection in the irradiated area. 6. Pre-existing dermatologic disorders affecting the breast skin (e.g., eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis). 7. Concurrent chemotherapy during radiotherapy. 8. Presence of cardiac pacemaker or implantable electronic device in the treatment field. 9. Open wounds or ulceration in the irradiated breast region. 10. Any medical condition judged by the investigator to interfere with study participation or outcome assessment.
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Locations
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Out patient clinic , faculty of Physical Therapy, Beni Sueif university
RECRUITINGBanī Suwayf, Egypt
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