Preventing lymphedema after breast cancer surgery

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 study investigates the LYMPHA procedure, which aims to prevent lymphedema in patients undergoing axillary lymph node dissection for breast cancer. The procedure involves connecting lymphatic vessels from the arm to the axillary vein to enhance lymphatic drainage. Patients will be monitored to assess the effectiveness of this approach in reducing lymphedema incidence and improving quality of life. The study will analyze outcomes prospectively to inform clinical practice.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Age over 19 years old
2. Patients who are expected to undergo surgery under the diagnosis of breast cancer, and are determined to undergo axillary lymph node dissection before surgery.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Patients with vascular and lymph-related diseases
2. Patients with a history of surgical treatment or trauma to both arms and axillary
3. Patients with a history of receiving radiation treatment in both arms, chest, and axilla
4. Patients with confirmed systemic metastasis with stage 4 breast cancer
5. Pregnant and lactating patients

Where it's running

• Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine
  Seoul, South Korea Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Soong June Bae, M.D.
• Email: mission815815@yuhs.ac
• Phone: 82-2-2019-4401

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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.