Laser treatment trial for small breast tumors
Part of Cancer, Skin clinical trials.
This trial tests a focused laser treatment (Novilase®) to destroy small, cancerous breast tumors while aiming to work with standard care. It may help people who have an early, localized tumor that can be clearly seen on imaging so doctors can guide the laser safely.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman age 18 or older and can sign consent yourself
- Your breast cancer diagnosis must be confirmed by a needle biopsy
- Your tumor must be small (no more than 15 mm) and early stage (no spread beyond the breast)
- The tumor must be at least about 5 mm from the skin/chest wall (or can be moved away with a numbing or salt injection)
- Your tumor must be easy to see on ultrasound and/or mammogram and also on MRI for precise targeting
- You must be able to complete standard follow-up treatment like radiation or other prescribed therapy
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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