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Longitudinal Body Composition Assessment in Breast Cancer Patients
Led by Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation · Updated on 2026-03-16
100
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
136 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
This observational cohort study aims to track longitudinal changes in body composition, including skeletal muscle mass and fat distribution, in patients diagnosed with breast cancer. Following primary surgery and adjuvant therapy, participants will be monitored over a 2-year period. The primary objective is to evaluate the natural progression of skeletal muscle mass index (SMI) and metabolic changes in this population. By conducting serial measurements, this study seeks to characterize the longitudinal trends in muscle loss and body composition shifts post-treatment, providing data to better understand the physiological impact of the cancer recovery process.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Longitudinal Body Composition Assessment in Breast Cancer Patients
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Female, older than 18 years
- Diagnosed with stage I-III non-metastatic breast cancer within 12 months of diagnosis
- Scheduled for surgery and chemotherapy, with or without radiotherapy or targeted therapy
You will not qualify if you...
- Diagnosed with metastatic (stage IV) breast cancer
- Planning to move away or be absent for more than 6 months during the study
- Planning to become pregnant during the study period
- Having implantable devices such as pacemakers or nerve stimulators, or surgical implants like total hip or knee replacements
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation
New Taipei City, Xindian Dist, Taiwan, 231
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Research Team
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Valeria Chiu, Attending Physician
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Masking
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Allocation
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Primary Purpose
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Number of Arms
1
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