Scientists dissect breast tumors cell by cell to improve future treatments
NCT ID NCT02243397
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at the different types of cells inside breast tumors to better understand how they affect treatment response. Researchers used advanced molecular tools to analyze samples from 145 people with breast cancer. The goal was to gather knowledge that could lead to better tests and personalized care in the future.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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145 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Sep 2014
- Finished
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Apr 2021
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
breast cancer patients at Stanford Cancer Center
- Ages
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18 minutes and older
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Histologically proven diagnosis of breast cancer or a carcinoma of unknown primary consistent with the presentation of a primary breast malignancy. 2. 18 years of age or older. 3. Ability to understand and the willingness to sign a written informed consent do Exclusion Criteria: * None
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Stanford University Cancer Institute
Stanford, California, 94305, United States
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