To learn if reconstruction of the lymphatic system at the time of axillary lymphadenectomy can reduce the risk of developing lymphedema.
Primary Objectives \- To determine the freedom from lymphedema (FFL) rate at 2 years postoperatively in participants with a diagnosis of IBC undergoing ILR at the time of ALND. Secondary Objectives * Estimate the proportion of participants who have lymphedema that persists at 2 years after ILR surgeries. * Determine baseline lymphatic vessel anatomical or functional characteristics associated with increased risk of lymphedema following ILR. * Evaluate changes in systemic inflammatory mediators and systemic immune cell function affiliated with lymphedema development.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NON_RANDOMIZED
Purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
50
Given by Procedure
Given by Procedure
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas, United States
RECRUITINGFreedom from lymphedema (FFL)
Time frame: 2 years
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