Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 and up Women only

Using photoacoustic and ultrasound imaging to diagnose breast nodules and evaluate chemotherapy response

Official title: A Cohort Study on the Development of a Standardized Scoring System for Breast Nodule Differential Diagnosis, Molecular Classification, and Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy Evaluation Using Photoacoustic/Ultrasound Imaging

Run by Peking Union Medical College Hospital · NCT06908291 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a new imaging method to see if it can help tell the difference between harmless and cancerous breast lumps and track how well chemotherapy is working for patients.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexWomen only
Enrollment500 (estimated)
SponsorPeking Union Medical College Hospital
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy
Locations1 site (Beijing, Beijing Municipality)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 12, 2023
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2026
Study endsDecember 31, 2027
Registry record updatedApril 3, 2025
Trial IDNCT06908291 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults over 18 years old with a clearly visible breast tumor on routine ultrasound who are scheduled for biopsy or surgery.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are pregnant, have breast inflammation, or whose tumors are located deeper than 3.5 cm may not benefit from this study.

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

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to develop a standardized scoring system for photoacoustic and ultrasound imaging to differentiate between benign and malignant breast tumors. Participants will undergo a series of imaging examinations at different stages of neoadjuvant chemotherapy to assess the efficacy of this novel imaging technique. The study will evaluate the ability of photoacoustic imaging to classify the molecular characteristics of breast tumors and monitor treatment response. The imaging will be conducted using a high-end ultrasound platform integrated with optical devices for real-time assessment.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to more accurate diagnoses and better monitoring of treatment responses in breast cancer patients.

How similar studies have gone: While photoacoustic imaging is a relatively novel approach in this context, preliminary studies have shown promise in similar applications, indicating potential for success.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. The patients were above 18 years-old;
2. The patients were presented with a breast tumor, which were clearly shown on routine ultrasound; Biopsy or surgery of breast lesions was performed within 1 week and pathological diagnosis was obtained.
3. Patients agreed to participate in this experiment and signed the Subject Informed Consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Pregnant or lactating women;
2. Breast inflammation or local external injury;
3. The breast mass has been excised for biopsy.
4. Poor photoacoustic imaging effect.
5. Deep lesion location (\>3.5 cm)

Where it's running

  • Peking Union Medical College Hospital
    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China
    Recruiting

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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.
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