Preventing arm swelling after breast cancer lymph node surgery
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This study looks at ways to prevent arm swelling (lymphedema) related to breast cancer after surgery to remove lymph nodes. It may help people who are getting axillary lymph node dissection lower the chance of long-term swelling.
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Who can take part
- You are over 19 years old.
- You are planning breast cancer surgery where lymph nodes under the arm will be removed (axillary lymph node dissection).
- You do not have other known blood vessel or lymph system diseases.
- You have not had prior surgery or injuries to both arms and the underarm area.
- You have not had radiation to both arms, the chest, and underarm area.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Your cancer has not spread to the rest of the body (no confirmed stage 4/metastasis).
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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