Chemotherapy's effects on brain and mood in breast cancer
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This study looks at how chemotherapy may affect thinking, memory, and emotions in women with breast cancer. It follows patients to understand these changes over time.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman newly diagnosed with breast cancer.
- You will receive chemotherapy, either before or after surgery.
- You do not have a known brain or nerve condition.
- You do not have symptoms that suggest a brain or nerve problem.
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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