Comparing preoperative and pathologic tumor sizes in breast cancer

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This observational study focuses on breast cancer patients scheduled for surgical resection, aiming to improve surgical planning by accurately predicting the extent of tumor resection. It integrates various predictive factors, including imaging studies, physical examinations, and tumor molecular subtypes, to derive a model that can guide surgeons in determining the optimal resection extent. By analyzing the interplay of these factors in real-world clinical settings, the study seeks to minimize reoperation rates and enhance patient outcomes. The findings could lead to better management strategies for breast cancer surgeries.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

Adult patients (≥ 19 years old) diagnosed with breast cancer (invasive and in situ).

Patients scheduled for surgical resection of the tumor Availability of both preoperative tumor size assessments and pathologic measurements post-surgery

Exclusion Criteria:

Patients with recurrent breast cancer Inflammatory breast cancer Patients who did not undergo surgery Patients whose preoperative tumor size data is not available or deficient for analyzing

Where it's running

• Incheon St. Mary's Hospital
  Incheon, South Korea Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Young-Joon Kang, Ph.D.
• Email: yjkang.md@gmail.com
• Phone: 82 32-280-5179

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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.