Proton radiation after breast surgery with implant reconstruction
Part of Cancer, Skin clinical trials.
This trial studies a type of radiation made with proton beams given after mastectomy and implant reconstruction to lower breast cancer coming back. It’s for people who need additional (adjuvant) radiation and have not had prior radiation to the chest or breast.
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Who can take part
- You have a confirmed breast cancer diagnosis from tissue/pathology testing
- You had mastectomy surgery and now have breast implant reconstruction and need follow-up (adjuvant) radiation
- There are no known distant metastases (cancer spread to far organs)
- You have not had prior radiation to the chest or breast
- You are age 18 to 80, and your overall health is good enough (ECOG 0–2)
- You can safely receive radiotherapy and can sign the consent; pregnancy is not allowed
Quick eligibility check
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