Evaluating the impact of chest wall swelling on quality of life and shoulder function in breast cancer patients
A Correlational Study: Breast Cancer-Related Chest Wall Lymphedema, Quality of Life, and Shoulder Function
This study looks at how swelling in the chest area after breast cancer treatment affects patients' quality of life and shoulder movement.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 85 (estimated) |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Mayo Clinic Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Rochester, Minnesota) |
| Trial ID | NCT06285747 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study investigates the relationship between chest wall lymphedema following breast cancer treatment and its effects on patients' quality of life and shoulder function. Participants will complete questionnaires and undergo clinical assessments, including measurements of lymphedema using the Delfin Moisture Meter. The study aims to correlate lymphedema severity with quality of life scores and shoulder function metrics. By understanding these correlations, the study seeks to provide insights into the broader impacts of breast cancer treatment on patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are women of any age diagnosed with breast cancer who have undergone surgical treatment.
Not a fit: Patients with previous shoulder injuries or known limitations on the affected side may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved management strategies for lymphedema, enhancing the quality of life for breast cancer survivors.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have explored the impacts of lymphedema on quality of life, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Women of any age with diagnosis of any type of breast cancer * Breast cancer on unilateral or bilateral side * Surgical intervention for treatment of breast cancer Exclusion Criteria: * Previous shoulder injury or known shoulder limitation on affected side
Where this trial is running
Rochester, Minnesota
- Mayo Clinic in Rochester — Rochester, Minnesota, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Kayla A. Van Der Weerd, PT, DPT — Mayo Clinic in Rochester
- Study coordinator: Clinical Trials Referral Office
- Email: mayocliniccancerstudies@mayo.edu
- Phone: 855-776-0015
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.