To investigate the rate of moderate-marked adverse effects in the breast and chest wall for patients with early-stage breast cancer or Ductal Carcinoma in Situ (DCIS) receiving five-fraction whole breast radiation therapy with concurrent boost as measureing radiation-specific toxicity.
Radiation treatment will be done every other day (excluding weekends) for a total of 5 treatments. After treatment follow-up with go up to 2 years. During these follow-up visits, the study team will review any side effects you might be experiencing and ask you to complete questionnaires regarding your health. The study team may also access your medical records to review your medical history and follow your progress for up to 3 years after your 24-month visit.
UNC Hospitals / UNC Medical Center
101 Manning Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA
Dana Casey
Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center
Clinical or Medical
Interventional
Cancer (Breast)
Women's Health
24-2001