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Early Diagnosis of Breast Cancer-related Lymphedema
Led by Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital. · Updated on 2025-06-11
300
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
218 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
This study will conduct clinical trials to explore the mechanisms behind the development of upper limb lymphedema following breast cancer surgery. The investigators will recruit patients who have undergone breast cancer surgery and utilize Indocyanine Green (ICG) lymphography and Lymphoscintigraphy to identify the locations of lymphatic blockages. Shear Wave Elastography (SWE) will be used to detect changes in tissue limb compliance. DXA body composition analysis will measure the differences in the composition ratios between edematous and normal limbs. In addition, diffusion correlation spectrometry will be employed to monitor changes in deep tissue blood flow, complemented by continuous measurements of limb circumference and other physiological parameters. The study aims to explore the interrelationships among lymphatic circulation, limb circumference, tissue compliance, and tissue blood flow rates.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Early Diagnosis of Breast Cancer-related Lymphedema
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Female patients who are expected to undergo or have already undergone breast cancer resection surgery
- No unhealed open wounds or unsuitable conditions for tactile measurements in the measurement area
- No severe cognitive or emotional impairments
- No substance abuse of alcohol or drugs
- Females aged 20 to 80 who can fully comply with study requirements
You will not qualify if you...
- Presence of unhealed open wounds or unsuitable conditions for tactile measurements in the measurement area
- Upper limb functional abnormalities including joint mobility and muscle strength issues
- Significant cognitive, auditory, or expressive language problems hindering understanding or compliance
- Lack of assistance for daily measurements
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital
Kaohsiung City, Taiwan, 81362
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Research Team
Z
Zheng Yu Hoe
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Masking
N/A
Allocation
N/A
Model
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Primary Purpose
N/A
Number of Arms
1
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