Robot-assisted surgery for arm swelling after breast cancer
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Cancer clinical trials.
This trial tests a robotic surgical technique to reconnect tiny lymph vessels and reduce arm swelling (lymphedema) in women who had breast cancer treatment. It may help if your swelling is still in the early stages.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman
- You had early stage breast cancer and completed treatment
- Your arm swelling is mild to moderate (stage 1 or 2)
- The swelling is only in one arm
- There is more than 10% difference in arm size between your swollen and healthy arm
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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