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Paclitaxel Alone or With Radium-223 Dichloride For Metastatic HER2 Negative Breast Cancer With Bone Metastases

Phase II Trial of Radium-223 Dichloride in Combination With Paclitaxel in Patients With Bone Metastatic Breast Cancer

Purpose: To study the anti-cancer activity and effects (good and bad) of giving radium-223 dichloride (a type of radiation therapy given by IV) in combination with paclitaxel (Taxol®).

Who is this for?: People with metastatic (stage IV), HER2 negative (HER2-) breast cancer that has spread to the bone and who have not received more than three lines of chemotherapy for metastatic disease. View full eligibility criteria

What's involved?

<p class="seamTextPara"> You will be randomly assigned to 1 of 2 groups: </p> <p class="seamTextPara"> <i class="seamTextEmphasis">Group 1: Experimental</i> </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Paclitaxel (Taxol®), by IV, weekly (3 weeks on, 1 week off), ongoing</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Radium 223 dichloride (Xofigo®), by IV, once a month, for 6 months</li> </ul> <p class="seamTextPara"> <i class="seamTextEmphasis">Group 2: Standard of care</i> </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Paclitaxel (Taxol®), by IV, weekly (3 weeks on, 1 week off), ongoing</li></ul>

What's being studied?

<ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Paclitaxel (Taxol®) is a chemotherapy drug routinely used to treat metastatic breast cancer.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Radium-223 dichloride (Xofigo®) is a radiation therapy given by IV. It works by killing cancer cells and may reduce the <span class="highlight">pain</span> caused by bone metastases. </li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Radium-223 dichloride (Xofigo®) is approved to treat metastatic prostate cancer that has spread to the bones. Its use in breast cancer is considered experimental.</li></ul>

How can I learn more?

<ul class='seamTextUnorderedList'><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'>View eligibility criteria and additional trial information: <a href='https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04090398' target='_blank'>ClinicalTrials.gov</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='https://www.breastcancer.org/research-news/oral-vs-iv-paclitaxel-for-mbc' target='_blank'>Breastcancer.org: Is Oral Paclitaxel Better Than IV Paclitaxel for Metastatic Breast Cancer?</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='http://chemocare.com/chemotherapy/drug-info/radium-223-dichloride.aspx' target='_blank'>Chemocare: Radium 223 Dichloride</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radium-223' target='_blank'>Wikipedia: Radium-223</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='http://mbcn.org/bone-mets/' target='_blank'>Metastatic Breast Cancer Network: Bone Mets</a> </li></ul>
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Paclitaxel Alone or With Radium-223 Dichloride For Metastatic HER2 Negative Breast Cancer With Bone Metastases

Phase II Trial of Radium-223 Dichloride in Combination With Paclitaxel in Patients With Bone Metastatic Breast Cancer
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Nearest Location:
74 miles
University of California Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center
Sacramento, CA

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Visits:
3 visits a month, ongoing

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ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT04090398

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Phase II

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Aquaphor and Miaderm for Radiation Dermatitis

A Randomized Clinical Trial Comparing Supplemental Topical Treatments for Acute Radiation Dermatitis in Breast Cancer Patients

Purpose: To compare the ability of Aquaphor and Miaderm, 2 supplemental topical agents, to treat and prevent radiation dermatitis.

Who is this for?: People with DCIS, stage I, stage II, or stage III breast cancer that are receiving external beam radiation therapy (EBRT) after surgery. View full eligibility criteria

What's involved?

<p class="seamTextPara"> You will be randomly assigned to 1 of 2 groups: </p> <p class="seamTextPara"> <i class="seamTextEmphasis">Group 1</i> </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Aquaphor, daily</li> </ul> <p class="seamTextPara"> <i class="seamTextEmphasis">Group 2</i> </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Miaderm, daily</li> </ul> <p class="seamTextPara"> <i class="seamTextEmphasis">Additional Procedures</i> </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Questionnaires</li></ul>

What's being studied?

<ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Radiation dermatitis is a radiation-induced skin reaction that can cause itching, swelling, <span class="highlight">pain,</span> and general discomfort.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Aquaphor and Miaderm are 2 supplemental topical agents commonly recommended and used by people with breast cancer undergoing external beam radiation therapy (EBRT).</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Aquaphor is a commonly available, inexpensive, petrolatum-based multi-purpose ointment designed to protect and sooth extremely dry skin, chapped lips, cracked hands and feet, minor cuts and burns, and many other skin irritations.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Miaderm is a water-based cream and contains ingredients like calendula, hyaluronate, and aloe vera which may help reduce occurrence and severity of radiation dermatitis.</li></ul>

How can I learn more?

<ul class='seamTextUnorderedList'><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'>View eligibility criteria and additional trial information: <a href='https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT05340673' target='_blank'>ClinicalTrials.gov</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21995-radiation-burns#:~:text=Radiation%20burn%20or%20radiation%20dermatitis,peel%2C%20itch%20or%20turn%20red.' target='_blank'>Cleveland Clinic: Radiation Dermatitis</a> </li></ul>
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Aquaphor and Miaderm for Radiation Dermatitis

A Randomized Clinical Trial Comparing Supplemental Topical Treatments for Acute Radiation Dermatitis in Breast Cancer Patients
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Nearest Location:
355 miles
City of Hope Medical Center
Duarte, CA

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Visits:
Number of visits unavailable

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ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT05340673

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Phase I

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Sulfasalazine to Decrease <span class="highlight">Pain</span> and Opioid Use in People with Breast Cancer

Double Blind Trial Investigating the Role of Sulfasalazine in Decreasing Opioids Requirements in Breast Cancer Patients

Purpose: To study if sulfasalazine, an anti-inflammatory drug, can decrease <span class="highlight">pain</span> and the use of opioid <span class="highlight">pain</span> medication.

Who is this for?: People with stage I, stage II, stage III, or stage IV (metastatic) breast cancer who have experienced <span class="highlight">pain</span> for at least 1.5 months and receive opioid <span class="highlight">pain</span> medication. View full eligibility criteria

What's involved?

<p class="seamTextPara"> You will be randomly assigned to 1 of 2 groups: </p> <p class="seamTextPara"> <i class="seamTextEmphasis">Group 1: Standard of Care</i> </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Placebo for sulfasalazine, by mouth, daily</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Continue current opioid <span class="highlight">pain</span> medication</li> </ul> <p class="seamTextPara"> <i class="seamTextEmphasis">Group 2: Experimental</i> </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Sulfasalazine, by mouth, daily</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Continue current opioid <span class="highlight">pain</span> medication</li></ul>

What's being studied?

<ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">People with cancer-induced <span class="highlight">pain</span> are now taking increasing doses of opioids to control their <span class="highlight">pain.</li></span> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">The gold standard to manage <span class="highlight">pain</span> is opioids. Opioids come with significant side effects that limit the amount of opioids that can be safely given.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Sulfasalazine is an anti-inflammatory drug with an established safety profile. It has been in use for over 50 years for the treatment of inflammatory conditions such as arthritis.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Sulfasalazine may also decrease the survival of cancer cells.</li></ul>

How can I learn more?

<ul class='seamTextUnorderedList'><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'>View eligibility criteria and additional trial information: <a href='https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03847311' target='_blank'>ClinicalTrials.gov</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682204.html' target='_blank'>Medline Plus: Sulfasalazine</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='https://www.breastcancer.org/treatment-side-effects/pain' target='_blank'>Breastcancer.org: Pain</a> </li></ul>
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Sulfasalazine to Decrease <span class="highlight">Pain</span> and Opioid Use in People with Breast Cancer

Double Blind Trial Investigating the Role of Sulfasalazine in Decreasing Opioids Requirements in Breast Cancer Patients
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Nearest Location:
753 miles
Banner University Medical Center North Campus
Tucson, AZ

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Visits:
Number of visits unavailable

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ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT03847311

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Phase II

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Studying Speech, Movement, and Senses During Brain Surgery for Brain Metastasis

Assessment of Reorganization and Plasticity of Eloquent Function in Patients With Brain Tumors

Purpose: To study how brain tumors affect your speech, movement, and senses and to develop new methods of diagnosing brain tumors.

Who is this for?: People with metastatic (stage IV) breast cancer that has spread to the brain (brain metastasis). View full eligibility criteria

What's involved?

<p class="seamTextPara"> You will receive the following: </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Cognitive testing</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">MRI and fMRI scans</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">DTI tractograms</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">MEG studies</li> </ul> <p class="seamTextPara"> followed by: </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Awake brain mapping and surgery to remove brain tumor</li></ul>

What's being studied?

<ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">A craniotomy is a type of brain surgery. The surgeon will remove part of your skull (cranium) to access your brain to remove the tumors.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">You will be awake during the craniotomy to monitor how the surgery is affecting your speech, movement, and senses. Your scalp will be anesthetized, so you will not feel the operation or any <span class="highlight">pain.</li></span> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">You will receive cognitive testing, MRI and fMRI scans, DTI tractograms, and MEG studies before and after surgery.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Cognitive tests study your cognition, which is your ability to think.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) scans produce brain images created by magnetic energy rather than x-ray energy.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">A DTI tractogram is a type of MRI scan that produces brain images created by radio waves and magnetic fields.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">MEG studies measure the magnetic fields produced by your brain.</li></ul>

How can I learn more?

<ul class='seamTextUnorderedList'><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'>View eligibility criteria and additional trial information: <a href='https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT01535430' target='_blank'>ClinicalTrials.gov</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='https://mbcbrainmets.org/' target='_blank'>MBCBrainMets.org</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='https://braintumorcenter.ucsf.edu/treatments/surgery/awake-brain-mapping-faq' target='_blank'>UCSF Brain Tumor Center: Awake Craniotomy</a> </li></ul>
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Studying Speech, Movement, and Senses During Brain Surgery for Brain Metastasis

Assessment of Reorganization and Plasticity of Eloquent Function in Patients With Brain Tumors
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Nearest Location:
1418 miles
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE

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Visits:
May require hospitalization

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ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT01535430

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Phase NA

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Botulinum Toxin A for Nerve <span class="highlight">Pain</span> Caused by Chemotherapy in People with Breast Cancer

Botulinum Toxin A for the Treatment of Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy

Purpose: To study the safety and ability of incobotulinumtoxinA (INA) (Xeomin®) to treat chemotherapy induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN).

Who is this for?: People with stage I, stage II, stage III, or stage IV (metastatic) breast cancer who have chemotherapy induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN). View full eligibility criteria

What's involved?

<p class="seamTextPara"> You will be randomly assigned to 1 of 2 groups: </p> <p class="seamTextPara"> <i class="seamTextEmphasis">Group 1: Experimental</i> </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">IncobotulinumtoxinA (INA) (Xeomin®), by injections into hands or feet, 1 time</li> </ul> <p class="seamTextPara"> <i class="seamTextEmphasis">Group 2: Control</i> </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Saline water, by injections into hands or feet, 1 time</li> </ul> <p class="seamTextPara"> <i class="seamTextEmphasis">Additional Procedures</i> </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Questionnaires, 5 times within 6 months</li></ul>

What's being studied?

<ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Chemotherapy induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) is nerve <span class="highlight">pain</span> in your hands and feet as a side effect of chemotherapy.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Neuropathy is <span class="highlight">pain</span> from nerve damage.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">IncobotulinumtoxinA (INA) (Xeomin®) may help treat nerve <span class="highlight">pain</span> by inhibiting parts of the <span class="highlight">pain</span> signaling pathway.</li></ul>

How can I learn more?

<ul class='seamTextUnorderedList'><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'>View eligibility criteria and additional trial information: <a href='https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03571334' target='_blank'>ClinicalTrials.gov</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='https://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatments-and-side-effects/physical-side-effects/peripheral-neuropathy/what-is-peripherial-neuropathy.html' target='_blank'>American Cancer Society: Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN)</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-154593/xeomin-intramuscular/details' target='_blank'>WebMD: IncobotulinumtoxinA (INA) (Xeomin®)</a> </li></ul>
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Botulinum Toxin A for Nerve <span class="highlight">Pain</span> Caused by Chemotherapy in People with Breast Cancer

Botulinum Toxin A for the Treatment of Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy
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Nearest Location:
1832 miles
Froedtert Hospital
Milwaukee, WI

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Visits:
1 visit

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ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT03571334

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Phase II

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CBD for Aromatase Inhibitor Joint and Muscle <span class="highlight">Pain</span>

Phase 2 Trial of Cannabidiol (CBD) for Treatment of Aromatase Inhibitor-Associated Arthralgias

Purpose: To study the safety and effects (good and bad) of cannabidiol (CBD, Epidiolex®) for joint and muscle <span class="highlight">pain</span> during aromatase inhibitor treatment.

Who is this for?: Women with stage I, stage II, or stage III breast cancer who received surgery at least 3 months ago and are receiving anastrozole (Arimidex®), letrozole (Femara®), or exemestane (Aromasin®). You must be experiencing joint and/or muscle <span class="highlight">pain.</span> View full eligibility criteria

What's involved?

<p class="seamTextPara"> You will receive the following: </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Cannabidiol (CBD, Epidiolex®), by mouth, daily for 4 months</li></ul>

What's being studied?

<ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Cannabidiol (CBD) is a component of the cannabis sativa (marijuana) and hemp plants.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Studies of CBD have led to its approval by the FDA for certain childhood seizure disorders. Researchers have also been studying the use of CBD to manage anxiety and <span class="highlight">pain.</li></span> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Cannabidiol (Epidiolex®) is an FDA-approved seizure drug.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Premenopausal and perimenopausal women will also be given the drug goserelin (Zoladex®) that will put you in temporary menopause.</li></ul>

How can I learn more?

<ul class='seamTextUnorderedList'><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'>View eligibility criteria and additional trial information: <a href='https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04754399' target='_blank'>ClinicalTrials.gov</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='https://www.breastcancer.org/treatment/complementary-therapy/types/medical-cannabis' target='_blank'>Breastcancer.org: Medical Cannabis and CBD</a> </li></ul>
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CBD for Aromatase Inhibitor Joint and Muscle <span class="highlight">Pain</span>

Phase 2 Trial of Cannabidiol (CBD) for Treatment of Aromatase Inhibitor-Associated Arthralgias
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Nearest Location:
2054 miles
University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center
Ann Arbor, MI

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Visits:
Number of visits unavailable

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ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT04754399

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Phase II

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Apollo Wearable Device to Reduce Fatigue and <span class="highlight">Pain</span> for People with Metastatic Breast Cancer

Apollo Device for Fatigue in Metastatic Breast Cancer

Purpose: To study if the Apollo wearable device can reduce fatigue and <span class="highlight">pain.</span>

Who is this for?: Women with metastatic (stage IV) breast cancer who experience fatigue. View full eligibility criteria

What's involved?

<p class="seamTextPara"> You will receive the following: </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Apollo wearable device</li> </ul> <p class="seamTextPara"> <i class="seamTextEmphasis">Additional Procedures</i> </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Questionnaires</li></ul>

What's being studied?

<ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Apollo is a wearable device, similar to a FitBit, that emits vibrations.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Apollo vibrations activate touch receptors in your skin that are perceived as safety signals by your brain to decrease stress and improve recovery, focus, and energy.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Apollo is about the size of an Apple watch and can be worn on your ankle, wrist, or arm with two adjustable fabric straps.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Fatigue is feeling tired.</li></ul>

How can I learn more?

<ul class='seamTextUnorderedList'><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'>View eligibility criteria and additional trial information: <a href='https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04983342' target='_blank'>ClinicalTrials.gov</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='https://apolloneuro.com/' target='_blank'>Apollo Neuroscience: Apollo Device</a> </li></ul>
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Apollo Wearable Device to Reduce Fatigue and <span class="highlight">Pain</span> for People with Metastatic Breast Cancer

Apollo Device for Fatigue in Metastatic Breast Cancer
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Nearest Location:
2264 miles
Magee Womens Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA

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Visits:
Number of visits unavailable

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ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT04983342

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Phase NA

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Studying the Amount of Chemotherapy in the Blood in People with Breast Cancer

Pilot Feasibility Study of Paclitaxel Therapeutic Drug Monitoring in Cancer Patients

Purpose: To study the ability of researchers to measure the amount of paclitaxel (Taxol®) in blood and study the effect of paclitaxel (Taxol®) on neuropathy.

Who is this for?: People with stage I, stage II, stage III, or stage IV (metastatic) breast cancer who are planning to receive treatment with paclitaxel (Taxol®) at Wake Forest Comprehensive Cancer Center. View full eligibility criteria

What's involved?

<p class="seamTextPara"> You will receive the following: </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Blood draws</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Surveys about neuropathy</li> </ul> <p class="seamTextPara"> <i class="seamTextEmphasis">Please contact research site for trial schedule</i></p>

What's being studied?

<ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Paclitaxel (Taxol®) is a chemotherapy drug.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Neuropathy is <span class="highlight">pain</span> from nerve damage.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Nerve damage is one of the most common and severe side effects of paclitaxel (Taxol®).</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">The ability to consistently measure paclitaxel (Taxol®) in the blood may allow doctors to control the dose of paclitaxel, so that enough chemotherapy is given to kill the cancer, but the side effect of nerve damage is reduced.</li></ul>

How can I learn more?

<ul class='seamTextUnorderedList'><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'>View eligibility criteria and additional trial information: <a href='https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03987555' target='_blank'>ClinicalTrials.gov</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='https://breastcancernow.org/information-support/facing-breast-cancer/going-through-treatment-breast-cancer/chemotherapy/paclitaxel-taxol' target='_blank'>Breast Cancer Now: Paclitaxel (Taxol®)</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='https://www.breastcancer.org/treatment/side_effects/neuropathy' target='_blank'>Breastcancer.org: Neuropathy</a> </li></ul>
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Studying the Amount of Chemotherapy in the Blood in People with Breast Cancer

Pilot Feasibility Study of Paclitaxel Therapeutic Drug Monitoring in Cancer Patients
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Nearest Location:
2314 miles
Wake Forest Baptist Comprehensive Cancer Center
Winston-Salem, NC

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Visits:
Number of visits unavailable

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ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT03987555

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Phase NA

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A Blood Test to Study Bone <span class="highlight">Pain</span> Related to Breast Cancer that has Spread to the Bones (Bone Metastases)

The Role of Histamine in Breast Cancer Bone <span class="highlight">Pain</span>

Purpose: To study how certain blood markers relate to bone <span class="highlight">pain</span> in breast cancer that has spread to the bone.

Who is this for?: People with metastatic (stage IV) breast cancer that has spread to the bone (bone metastases). View full eligibility criteria

What's involved?

<p class="seamTextPara"> You will receive the following: </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Blood draw, at least one time</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Questionnaires </li> </ul> <p class="seamTextPara"> <i class="seamTextEmphasis">Please contact research site for trial schedule</i></p>

What's being studied?

<ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Cancer that has spread to the bone is called bone metastases. </li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">This trial is studying certain blood markers to see how they relate to bone <span class="highlight">pain.</li></span> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">The markers being studied include histamines. </li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Histamines are a biological signal that trigger your immune system.</li></ul>

How can I learn more?

<ul class='seamTextUnorderedList'><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'>View eligibility criteria and additional trial information: <a href='https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03529565' target='_blank'>ClinicalTrials.gov</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='https://metastatictrialtalk.org/from-the-experts/diagnosing-treating-bone-metastases/' target='_blank'>Metastatic Trial Talk: Diagnosing & Treatment of Bone Metastases</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2992892/#:~:text=Further%20studies%20support%20the%20role,the%20onset%20of%20malignant%20transformation.' target='_blank'>Journal Article: Histamine Receptors and Cancer</a> </li></ul>
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A Blood Test to Study Bone <span class="highlight">Pain</span> Related to Breast Cancer that has Spread to the Bones (Bone Metastases)

The Role of Histamine in Breast Cancer Bone <span class="highlight">Pain</span>
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Nearest Location:
2314 miles
Wake Forest University Health Sciences
Winston-Salem, NC

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Visits:
1 visit

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ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT03529565

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Phase NA

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Acupuncture for Nerve <span class="highlight">Pain</span> During Chemotherapy for People with Breast Cancer

Acupuncture for Taxane-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy Prevention (ATP): A Phase II Randomized, Placebo Controlled Trial

Purpose: To study if acupuncture can prevent nerve <span class="highlight">pain</span> from getting worse while receiving chemotherapy.

Who is this for?: People with stage I, stage II, stage III, or stage IV (metastatic) breast cancer who are planning to receive treatment with paclitaxel (Taxol®) or nab-paclitaxel (Abraxane®) chemotherapy. View full eligibility criteria

What's involved?

<p class="seamTextPara"> You will be randomly assigned to 1 of 2 groups: </p> <p class="seamTextPara"> <i class="seamTextEmphasis">Group 1</i> </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Acupuncture, weekly for 1-3 months</li> </ul> <p class="seamTextPara"> <i class="seamTextEmphasis">Group 2</i> </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Placebo for acupuncture, weekly for 1-3 months</li></ul>

What's being studied?

<ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Some people experience a side effect while they are receiving taxane chemotherapy called taxane-induced peripheral neuropathy (TIPN).</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">TIPN is <span class="highlight">pain</span> in the arms and legs due to nerve damage caused by cancer treatment and may interfere with quality of life.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Acupuncture is a medical technique that involves insertion of very thin needles into specific areas on the body.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">We will compare real acupuncture (RA) to placebo (sham) acupuncture (SA). SA is done like RA, but will use different needles and target different sites or places on the body than RA.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">This trial is available in English or Spanish.</li></ul>

How can I learn more?

<ul class='seamTextUnorderedList'><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'>View eligibility criteria and additional trial information: <a href='https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT05458284' target='_blank'>ClinicalTrials.gov</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='https://www.breastcancer.org/treatment/complementary-therapy/types/acupuncture' target='_blank'>Breastcancer.org: Acupuncture</a> </li></ul>
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Acupuncture for Nerve <span class="highlight">Pain</span> During Chemotherapy for People with Breast Cancer

Acupuncture for Taxane-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy Prevention (ATP): A Phase II Randomized, Placebo Controlled Trial
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Nearest Location:
2539 miles
Memorial Sloan Kettering Basking Ridge
Basking Ridge, NJ

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Visits:
1 visit per week for 1-3 months

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ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT05458284

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Phase II

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Studying Bone Changes in Post-Menopausal Women with Stage I-IV Breast Cancer After Treatment with Aromatase Inhibitor and Denosumab

Post-menopausal Breast Cancer Patients Treated With Aromatase Inhibitors and Denosumab: An Observational Study to Assess Rebound Bone Loss and Insufficiency Fractures After Denosumab Discontinuation

Purpose: To gather information about changes in the bones after stopping treatment with an aromatase inhibitor and denosumab (Xgeva®).

Who is this for?: Postmenopausal women with stage I, stage II, stage III, or stage IV (metastatic) breast cancer who have completed treatment with an aromatase Inhibitor before or within 6 months of completing at least 2 doses of denosumab (Xgeva®). View full eligibility criteria

What's involved?

<p class="seamTextPara"> You will receive the following: </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Physical exam, 5 visits within 2 years</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">DEXA scan, 2 times within 2 years</li></ul>

What's being studied?

<ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">The physical exam will include history and <span class="highlight">pain</span> assessment for development of new fractures, weight and height measurement with BMI (body mass index) calculation, and blood work.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scans use x-ray energy to measure bone density (thickness and strength of bones).</li></ul>

How can I learn more?

<ul class='seamTextUnorderedList'><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'>View eligibility criteria and additional trial information: <a href='https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT05590949' target='_blank'>ClinicalTrials.gov</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='https://www.cdc.gov/nceh/radiation/dexa-scan.html#:~:text=DEXA%20(dual%20x%2Dray%20absorptiometry,the%20hip%20and%20the%20spine.' target='_blank'>CDC: DEXA Scan</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a610023.html' target='_blank'>MedlinePlus: Denosumab (Xgeva®)</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='https://www.breastcancer.org/treatment/hormonal-therapy' target='_blank'>Breastcancer.org: Aromatase Inhibitors</a> </li></ul>
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Studying Bone Changes in Post-Menopausal Women with Stage I-IV Breast Cancer After Treatment with Aromatase Inhibitor and Denosumab

Post-menopausal Breast Cancer Patients Treated With Aromatase Inhibitors and Denosumab: An Observational Study to Assess Rebound Bone Loss and Insufficiency Fractures After Denosumab Discontinuation
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Nearest Location:
2539 miles
Memorial Sloan Kettering Basking Ridge (Limited Protocol Activities)
Basking Ridge, NJ

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Visits:
5 visits

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ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT05590949

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Phase NA

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CBD for Anxiety for People with Metastatic Breast Cancer

Randomized, Double-blind Phase II Study of a Single Dose of Cannabidiol (CBD) for Acute Anticipatory Anxiety in Advanced Breast Cancer

Purpose: To study the safety, effects (good and bad), and anti-anxiety activity of an FDA-approved cannabidiol (CBD), Epidiolex®.

Who is this for?: Women with metastatic (stage IV) breast cancer that experience anxiety before scans. View full eligibility criteria

What's involved?

<p class="seamTextPara"> You will be randomly assigned to 1 of 2 groups: </p> <p class="seamTextPara"> <i class="seamTextEmphasis">Group 1</i> </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Cannabidiol (Epidiolex®), by mouth, 1 dose before scan</li> </ul> <p class="seamTextPara"> <i class="seamTextEmphasis">Group 2</i> </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Placebo for cannabidiol (Epidiolex®), by mouth, 1 dose before scan</li> </ul> <p class="seamTextPara"> <i class="seamTextEmphasis">Additional Procedures</i> </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Questionnaires</li></ul>

What's being studied?

<ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Cannabidiol (CBD) is a component of the cannabis sativa (marijuana) plant and of hemp.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Studies of CBD have led to its approval by the FDA for certain childhood seizure disorders. Researchers have also been studying the use of CBD to manage anxiety and <span class="highlight">pain.</li></span> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Cannabidiol (Epidiolex®) is an FDA-approved seizure drug.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">You will receive either cannabidiol (Epidiolex®) or the placebo before a CT scan or PET scan.</li></ul>

How can I learn more?

<ul class='seamTextUnorderedList'><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'>View eligibility criteria and additional trial information: <a href='https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04482244' target='_blank'>ClinicalTrials.gov</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6938286/' target='_blank'>National Institutes of Health: Cannabidiol (Epidiolex®) Frequently Asked Questions for Patients and Caregivers</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='https://metastatictrialtalk.org/special-topics/mbc-and-cannabis/' target='_blank'>Metastatic Trial Talk: Cannabis Use For Managing Symptoms and Side Effects</a> </li></ul>
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CBD for Anxiety for People with Metastatic Breast Cancer

Randomized, Double-blind Phase II Study of a Single Dose of Cannabidiol (CBD) for Acute Anticipatory Anxiety in Advanced Breast Cancer
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Nearest Location:
2693 miles
Dana Farber Cancer Institute
Boston, MA

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Visits:
1 visit

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ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT04482244

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Phase II

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Integrative Medicine at Home Program for People With Stage I-IV Breast Cancer

Integrative Medicine for Patient-reported Outcomes, Values, and Experience (IMPROVE)

Purpose: To find out whether the Integrative Medicine at Home program can help reduce symptoms and improve treatment satisfaction.

Who is this for?: People with stage I, stage II, stage III, or stage IV (metastatic) breast cancer who are currently receiving treatment. View full eligibility criteria

What's involved?

<p class="seamTextPara"> You will be randomly assigned to 1 of 2 groups: </p> <p class="seamTextPara"> <i class="seamTextEmphasis">Group 1: Experimental</i> </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Integrative Medicine at Home program, 3 months</li> </ul> <p class="seamTextPara"> <i class="seamTextEmphasis">Group 2: Enhanced Usual Care</i> </p> <ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Integrative medicine handout</li></ul>

What's being studied?

<ul class="seamTextUnorderedList"> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">The Integrative Medicine at Home program offers virtual (online rather than in-person) group classes focusing on mind-body practice.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">Mind-body practice is a health practice that combines mental focus, controlled breathing, and body movements to help relax the body and mind and reduce symptoms such as tiredness, <span class="highlight">pain,</span> or insomnia.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">The classes will be led by an Integrative Medicine Service (IMS) clinical therapist using Zoom video conferencing platform.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">If you are in Group 2, you will be given a handout to encourage you to visit Memorial Sloan Kettering's Integrative Medicine website to access pre-recorded, on-demand meditation videos and audios.</li> <li class="seamTextUnorderedListItem">This trial is also enrolling people with other types of cancer.</li></ul>

How can I learn more?

<ul class='seamTextUnorderedList'><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'>View eligibility criteria and additional trial information: <a href='https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT05053230' target='_blank'>ClinicalTrials.gov</a> </li><li class='seamTextUnorderedListItem'><a href='https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/diagnosis-treatment/symptom-management/integrative-medicine' target='_blank'>Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center: Integrative Medicine</a> </li></ul>
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Integrative Medicine at Home Program for People With Stage I-IV Breast Cancer

Integrative Medicine for Patient-reported Outcomes, Values, and Experience (IMPROVE)
No Travel Required
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Visits:
No visits required

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ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT05053230

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Phase NA