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Official title Cosmetic Outcome of Electrocautery, Scalpel and PEAK PlasmaBlade for Surgical Breast Incisions
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06191159
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study will compare the cosmetic scar result from the use of scalpel, electrocautery, and pulsed electron avalanche knife (PEAK) PlasmaBlade (PPB) for the initial skin incision for total mastectomy procedures without immediate breast reconstruction. It is hypothesized that there will be no significant difference in mastectomy scar cosmesis.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Adults
You may be able to join if
- Patients having a total mastectomy with or without axilla surgical staging
You likely can't join if
- Patients having immediate breast reconstruction
- Patients with a diagnosis of inflammatory breast cancer
- History of keloid scar formation
- History of connective tissue disorder (scleroderma or rheumatoid arthritis with skin involvement)
- Patients with prior incision at the planned mastectomy site.
- Patients with known suture hypersensitivity
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients having a total mastectomy with or without axilla surgical staging
- Patients having immediate breast reconstruction
- Patients with a diagnosis of inflammatory breast cancer
- History of keloid scar formation
- History of connective tissue disorder (scleroderma or rheumatoid arthritis with skin involvement)
- Patients with prior incision at the planned mastectomy site.
- Patients with known suture hypersensitivity
- Patients with evidence of current infection
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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, not specified. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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