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In this study, investigators intend to measure changes in BOLD contrast in the breast induced by breath-holding for subjects receiving radiation therapy to the breast. This study will provide the preliminary data and experience needed to successfully apply BOLD to quantify changes in oxygenation and blood flow of breast and tumor for a larger cohort of breast radiotherapy patients. The current study has the following objectives:
11 subjects were consented to the trial. One subject voluntarily withdrew before any study procedures were performed.
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| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
|---|---|---|
| The change in BOLD contrast of the breasts and / or chest wall tissue will be measured by comparing breath hold sequences to normal breathing. | Subjects will be evaluated holding their breath and during normal breathing. | During MRI approx 1 hour |
| Feasibility as measured by a BOLD contrast signal in at least 30% of subjects | The imaging technique will be considered feasible if for any of the proposed imaging sequences, breath-holding induces a measurable (≥3× standard deviation of background) BOLD contrast signal in at least 30% of the subjects. Contrast will be measured by comparing breath hold sequences to normal breathing. | During MRI approx one hour |
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Inclusion Criteria: • Post-operative patients who are undergoing planning for future whole breast radiation therapy may be included in the study
Exclusion Criteria:
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Female subjects with breast cancer
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| Name | Affiliation | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Rachel Blitzblau, MD PhD | Duke University | Principal Investigator |
| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| Duke University Medical Center | Durham | North Carolina | 27710 | United States |
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| ID | Term |
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| D001943 | Breast Neoplasms |
| ID | Term |
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| D009371 | Neoplasms by Site |
| D009369 | Neoplasms |
| D001941 | Breast Diseases |
| D012871 | Skin Diseases |
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| D017437 |
| Skin and Connective Tissue Diseases |