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NCT05601037 LymphoVenous Anastomosis to Prevent Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema

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NCT ID NCT05601037
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor University Hospital, Ghent
Condition Lymphedema, Breast Cancer
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 80 participants
Start Date 2021-06-30
Primary Completion 2025-12-27

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex Female only
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age 99 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Axilla dissection + Lymphovenous anastomosis

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

This trial targets 80 participants in total. It began in 2021-06-30 with a primary completion date of 2025-12-27.

⚠ This information is for research awareness only. Always consult your physician before joining any clinical trial. Participation is voluntary and you may withdraw at any time.

Brief Summary

Lymphedema is defined as a chronic condition, caused by lymphostasis. A major part in the Western world consists of iatrogenic lymphedema caused by surgery to the lymph nodes of the axilla or groin. Prophylactic lymphovenous anastomosis (LVA) could be beneficial in the prevention of lymphedema of the extremities.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * lymph node + breast cancer requiring dissection Exclusion Criteria: * previous lymphedema * BMI \>35

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Bernard Depypere, MD

✉ bernard.depypere@ugent.be

📞 093325730

Principal Investigator

Bernard Depypere, MD

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

UZ GENT

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT05601037 clinical trial?

This trial is open to female participants only, aged 18 Years or older, up to 99 Years, studying Lymphedema, Breast Cancer. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT05601037 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT05601037 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at bernard.depypere@ugent.be for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT05601037 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Ghent, Belgium.

Who is sponsoring the NCT05601037 clinical trial?

NCT05601037 is sponsored by University Hospital, Ghent. The principal investigator is Bernard Depypere, MD at UZ GENT. The trial plans to enroll 80 participants.

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