Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 and up Women only

Comparing fat processing methods for breast reconstruction after mastectomy

Official title: A Comparative Analysis of REVOLVE, LipoGrafter, and Viality in Autologous Fat Grafting During Breast Surgery

Run by Weill Medical College of Cornell University · NCT04891510 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing which fat processing method works best for keeping fat grafts in place during breast reconstruction after mastectomy for women who have enough fat to use.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexWomen only
Enrollment135 (estimated)
SponsorWeill Medical College of Cornell University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (New York, New York)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMay 19, 2021
Main results expectedJune 1, 2028
Study endsJune 1, 2028
Registry record updatedJune 22, 2026
Trial IDNCT04891510 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are females with a documented history of previous breast surgery and sufficient fat for grafting.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are pregnant or have a BMI below 20 may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study aims to determine which fat processing method—REVOLVE, LipoGrafter, or Viality—provides the best graft retention in patients undergoing breast reconstruction following mastectomy. It involves female participants with a history of breast surgery who have sufficient fat available for grafting. The study will assess the effectiveness of these methods in enhancing the outcomes of breast reconstruction procedures.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve the success rates of fat grafting in breast reconstruction, leading to better aesthetic outcomes for patients.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have explored various fat processing methods, but this specific comparative analysis is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Female;
* Documented history of previous breast surgery (either complete or partial mastectomy);
* Available harvest sites for fat grafting as documented by plastic surgeon;
* BMI \> 20;
* Anticipated harvested fat volume \> 50cc;
* Competency and willingness to provide consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Suspected or known to be pregnant

Where it's running

  • New York Presbyterian - Weill Cornell Medicine
    New York, New York, United States
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: David Otterburn, MD — Weill Medical College of Cornell University
  • Study coordinator: Michael B Amrami, MPH
  • Email: mia7046@med.cornell.edu
  • Phone: 646-544-7658

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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