Evaluating patient-reported outcomes in Chinese women with HER2-positive early breast cancer receiving anti-HER2 therapy

Real World Patient-Reported Outcomes in Chinese Her2+ Early Breast Cancer Patients Receiving (Neo) Adjuvant Anti-Her2 Based Therapy

Fudan University · NCT06161922

This study is trying to see how women in China with early HER2-positive breast cancer feel during and after their treatment with anti-HER2 therapy over a year.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment600 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexFemale
SponsorFudan University (other)
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy
Locations1 site (Shanghai)
Trial IDNCT06161922 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to assess patient-reported outcomes in Chinese women diagnosed with HER2-positive early breast cancer who are undergoing (neo) adjuvant anti-HER2 therapy. The study will collect primary data from approximately 10 sites across China, focusing on changes in patient-reported outcomes over a 12-month period. Participants will be evaluated at multiple time points, including baseline, during treatment, and at follow-up, using electronic devices for data collection. The study emphasizes the importance of patient perspectives in understanding treatment impact.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are Chinese women aged 18 and older, newly diagnosed with non-metastatic HER2-positive breast cancer who are eligible for anti-HER2 therapy.

Not a fit: Patients with metastatic breast cancer or those who have received prior systemic treatment for any malignancy may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of the patient experience and improve treatment strategies for HER2-positive early breast cancer.

How similar studies have performed: While this approach is observational and focuses on patient-reported outcomes, similar studies have shown success in capturing valuable patient insights in cancer treatment.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. Patients aged ≥18 years;
2. Women;
3. Have signed the informed consent form as per local regulations;
4. Newly diagnosed with non-metastatic breast cancer (stage I-II-III, HER2+) at the time of starting anti-HER2 therapy;
5. Be able to comply with the follow-up visits, assessments, answering questionnaires.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Metastatic breast cancer;
2. Prior systemic treatment for any malignancy;
3. Active secondary cancer requiring anti-HER2 therapy;
4. Vulnerable populations \[e.g., decisional impaired (cognitive, psychiatric), terminally ill, prisoners\], or patients who, in the opinion of the investigator have a condition that precludes their ability to provide an informed consent;
5. Men.

Where this trial is running

Shanghai

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: HER2-positive Breast Cancer

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.