New ultrasound method for detecting and monitoring 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 evaluates a novel breast ultrasound technique aimed at improving the diagnosis of breast cancer and monitoring treatment response. It involves pre-biopsy patients with suspicious breast masses and those undergoing neoadjuvant chemotherapy or endocrine therapy. The study will assess the diagnostic performance of this ultrasound method against pathology results and compare its effectiveness in predicting treatment response to traditional MRI. Participants will undergo multiple ultrasound assessments throughout their treatment process.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* AIM 1: Patient volunteers, ages \>= 18 with suspicious breast masses scheduled for breast biopsy, or at least two weeks or more after breast biopsy
* AIM 2: Patient volunteers, ages \>= 18 who have biopsy proven breast cancer and are going under neoadjuvant chemotherapy and/or endocrine therapy had their baseline MRI and/or ultrasound

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with breast implants or any condition that does not allow proper use of ultrasound (US)

Where it's running

• Mayo Clinic in Rochester
  Rochester, Minnesota, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Azra Alizad, M.D. — Mayo Clinic in Rochester

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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.