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Learning More About a New Approach to Treating Ductal Carcinoma In Situ

Study Leader

Marissa Howard-McNatt, MD


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    About This Study

    Some ductal carcinoma in situ (breast cancer) is lower risk than others for turning into invasive cancer. The purpose of this study is to try and figure out which ductal carcinoma in situ is low risk. It's possible low-risk breast cancer can be treated with only hormone therapy pills and avoid surgery.

    Need volunteers newly diagnosed with ductal carcinoma in situ (breast cancer). Taking part in this study involves taking the study drug for 3 months and then a decision will be made about going on to surgery. It's possible you will be able to continue the study treatment for up to 2 years and avoid surgery completely. Study teams will discuss study details with you.

    What Activities Are a Part of this Study?

    • Informed Consent Review
    • Use of Study Treatments or Placebo
    • Review of Medical History
    • Physical Examinations
    • Study Visits and Consultations
    • Laboratory and Imaging Tests
    • Specimen Sample Collection

    Age & Gender

    • 18 - 100 years old
    • Female at Birth

    Language

    • This study enrolls English and Spanish speakers

    Additional Study Information

    • No compensation provided
    • No reimbursement offered

    Study Locations

    • Greater Winston-Salem, NC

    Study Topics

    Cancer

    Study Locations and Contacts

    • Greater Winston-Salem, NC: Birgul Topaloglu btopalog@wakehealth.edu
    • Study Information
    • IRB Number: IRB00102644

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