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Acellular Dermal Matrix in Breast Reconstruction Post-Cancer
Study Summary
This trial is comparing the rate of complications after prepectoral breast reconstruction using Acellular Dermal Matrix (ADM) versus not using ADM.
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Inclusion Criteria
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Study Objectives
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- I plan to have a two-stage breast reconstruction with an initial tissue expander.The skin around my mastectomy area has good blood flow or can be treated by removing a small part.I am a woman aged between 21 and 60.My surgeon confirmed the area in front of my chest muscles is suitable for surgery.I have had radiation therapy on the breast where surgery was performed.I have had open-heart surgery before.You are currently smoking cigarettes.I plan to have breast implants immediately after mastectomy.I am planning to have one or both breasts removed as a preventive measure or to treat breast cancer.I plan to have a mastectomy that preserves the nipple or skin.I do not speak English.
- Group 1: Prepectoral Breast Reconstruction with ADM
- Group 2: Prepectoral Breast Reconstruction without ADM
- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- Pivotal Trial - The final step before approval, pivotal trials feature drugs that have already shown basic safety & efficacy.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there any open slots in this research project for participants?
"Yes, this study is still looking for participants and is regularly updating their information as seen on clinicaltrials.gov. The trial was first posted on March 23rd, 2020 and the most recent update was on July 6th, 2020."
Do I fit the requirements to become a subject in this experiment?
"For this study, we are seeking 352 individuals who: A) are 21-60 years old, B) have breast cancer, C) are female, D) are planning to undergo a mastectomy (unilateral or bilateral), E) are planning on immediate two-stage prosthetic breast reconstruction with TE placement as the first stage, F) are planning to undergo nipple-sparing or skin-sparing mastectomy, G) have adequate mastectomy skin perfusion or adequate perfusion but nonviable mastectomy skin that can be excised (≤4 cm) at the defect margins with otherwise adequate perfusion, and H"
Are elderly patients above the age of retirement eligible for this experimental treatment?
"The ideal candidate for this trial would be someone who is under 60 years old and above the age of 21."
Is the use of acellular dermal matrix for prepectoral breast reconstruction an accepted medical practice?
"Given that this is a Phase 3 trial with both efficacy and safety data, our team has given Prepectoral Breast Reconstruction with Acellular Dermal Matrix (ADM) a safety rating of 3."
How many people are receiving therapy in this experiment?
"That is accurate. The information available on clinicaltrials.gov indicates that this particular trial is still enrolling patients. The trial was originally posted on March 23rd, 2022 and was last updated on July 6th, 2022. They are hoping to enroll 352 patients from 1 site."
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