Surgery versus conservative care for chronic breast-related arm swelling
Part of Blood & lymphatic clinical trials.
This trial compares microsurgery to standard conservative therapy for long-lasting arm swelling caused by prior breast cancer. It may help people who still have swelling despite months of decongestive treatment by improving quality of life.
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Who can take part
- You are at least 18 years old
- You had breast cancer in the past
- Your arm/affected area swelling is due to breast cancer treatment and has lasted more than 3 months
- You have already tried at least 3 months of conservative “complex physical decongestion” therapy
- You are able and willing to fill out quality-of-life questionnaires and consider surgery
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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