Fat grafting for breast reconstruction after cancer and radiation
Part of Cancer, Skin clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to rebuild the breast after mastectomy and radiation using your own tissue: fat grafting alone, or a more complex surgery using abdominal tissue. The goal is to see which method gives better results and quality of life.
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Who can take part
- Female, age 18 or older
- Had a mastectomy at least 3 months ago and completed chest-wall radiation at least 6 months ago
- Your cancer is in remission (no active cancer at enrollment)
- BMI between 22 and 35 (your weight relative to height is in this range)
- Enough body fat for fat grafting and suitable abdominal tissue for the alternative surgery option
- Able to stop smoking for at least 6 weeks before surgery and medically safe for elective 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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