Tattoo marking breast tumors before chemo
Part of Cancer, Skin clinical trials.
This trial tests a simple method: marking the tumor with a small tattoo before chemotherapy. The tattoo helps surgeons find the exact spot for lumpectomy after the tumor shrinks, so you can keep more of your breast.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman between 18 and 75 years old.
- You have a confirmed breast cancer diagnosis (by biopsy).
- Your breast tumor is T2 or T3 size and you will receive chemotherapy before surgery.
- Doctors can feel your tumor, so they can mark it for tattooing.
- You are willing and able to have breast-conserving surgery (lumpectomy) after chemotherapy.
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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