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Official title Magseed Enabled Long-Term Localization of Axillary Lymph Nodes
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03796559
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this study is to provide prospective evidence that the use of Magseed/Sentimag in marking axillary lymph nodes and guiding surgical localization in patients with breast cancer following neo-adjuvant chemotherapy (NAC) is effective.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Age 18 years or older at time of consent
- Histologically confirmed cT0-4, N1 breast cancer
- Axillary lymph node metastasis with pathologic confirmation by needle biopsy
- Clip placed in the sampled axillary lymph node before initiation of chemotherapy
- Planned for neo-adjuvant chemotherapy prior to surgical resection
You likely can't join if
- Distant metastases
- Inflammatory breast cancer
- Prior ipsilateral axillary surgical procedure including SLND or axillary node excision
- Prior history of breast cancer in the ipsilateral breast
- History of lymphoma
- Subject is pregnant
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age 18 years or older at time of consent
- Histologically confirmed cT0-4, N1 breast cancer
- Axillary lymph node metastasis with pathologic confirmation by needle biopsy
- Clip placed in the sampled axillary lymph node before initiation of chemotherapy
- Planned for neo-adjuvant chemotherapy prior to surgical resection
- Eligible for targeted axillary dissection (defined as selective localization and removal of the clipped node and SLND) at the completion of neo-adjuvant chemotherapy
- ECOG performance status 0-2
- Distant metastases
- Inflammatory breast cancer
- Prior ipsilateral axillary surgical procedure including SLND or axillary node excision
- Prior history of breast cancer in the ipsilateral breast
- History of lymphoma
- Subject is pregnant
- Previous radiation to the breast or axilla
- Pacemaker or other implantable cardiac device in the ipsilateral chest wall
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Houston, Texas, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Houston, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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