Repeated radiation for recurrent breast cancer
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This study tests giving a second round of radiation therapy to women whose breast cancer has come back in the same breast, at least 3 years after their first radiation. It may be an option for women 55 and older who have a small, local recurrence that can be removed with surgery.
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Who can take part
- You have breast cancer that has come back in the same breast (local recurrence).
- It has been at least 3 years since your last radiation treatment to the breast.
- You are 55 years old or older.
- The tumor is small (3 cm or less) and can be removed with a second breast-conserving surgery.
- You did not receive a 'boost' (extra dose of radiation) during your previous radiation therapy.
- Your cancer has not spread to other parts of the body.
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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