Effects of Tamoxifen in Premenopausal Women With Benign Breast Disease Not at High-Risk of Developing...
Benign Breast DiseaseFibrocystic Disease of Breast2 moreThe purpose of the study is to determine the efficacy and relapse rate of low dose, short duration treatment with tamoxifen in benign breast disease amenable to hormonal therapy with respect to etiology and estrogen receptor status and to realize its side-effects and cost of therapy. To do a comparative analysis of the results with evening primrose oil which is one of the first line management in benign breast disease.
An Open-Label, MultiCenter Evaluation of the Use of Topically Administered FP1198 in Subjects With...
Moderate to Severe Cyclic MastalgiaThe purpose of this study is to determine the safety of topical FP1198 for the treatment of moderate to severe cyclic breast pain (cyclic mastalgia) and to examine the clinical activity of FP1198.
Comparative Analysis of Three Locoregional Anesthesia Methods in Breast Tumour Pathology Surgery...
Postoperative PainChronic Post Operative Pain3 moreThe present study compares the Erector Spinae Plane (ESP) block, Pectoral (PECS II) block, and Serratus-Intercostal Fascial Plane (SIFP) block. This is the first article to compare these three locoregional nerve block techniques in acute and chronic postoperative pain in breast tumour surgery. From June 1, 2018, to June 30, 2019, 103 patients undergoing breast cancer surgery were randomised to undergo one of three locoregional techniques (35 for ESP block, 34 for PECS II block, 34 for SIFP block). Locoregional techniques were performed under light sedation and then, general anaesthesia was used for the breast cancer surgery. Outcomes measured included pain (visual analog scale [VAS] in immediate postoperatory and at 24 hours. It also was collected opioid use at 24 hours, adverse events, and length of stay (for acute postoperatory). Moreover, at 3 months, a telephone interview was conducted with the patient and VAS was questioned. A year later, the patient was questioned again and asked for VAS, location of her pain, and pharmacological treatment. It was collected if patients were assisted or not by a Pain Unit.
Randomized Clinical Trial of Vitamin E and Evening Oil of Primrose for the Managment of Breast Pain...
Cyclical Breast PainThis study is being done to find out what effects Vitamin E or Evening Oil of Primrose has on cyclical breast pain.
Acupuncture for Non-cyclical Breast Pain
Breast PainBreast pain or mastalgia is a common and troublesome symptom for many women. Whereas cyclical breast pain related to hormonal fluctuations can frequently be treated, non-cyclical breast pain can go untreated due to its various etiologies and non-specific presentation. Acupuncture is an ancient form of Chinese medicine that has been used for centuries to treat a vast array of illnesses and conditions. Research has shown that acupuncture has a link to a release of endorphins and other chemicals in the central nervous system. Thus, it is thought to help relieve pain. To date, there has been minimal research using acupuncture for breast pain. This pilot of 30 women will seek to determine whether four acupuncture treatments over a period of two weeks will significantly lower the level of pain experienced by these participants. Additionally, we will evaluate quality of life measures.
e-Nature VR: Evaluation of the Impact of Virtual Reality During Breast Biopsy
PainBreast PainRandomized clinical trial about the evaluation of the impact of the virtual reality intervention on the experience of pain, physical and psychological discomfort, well-being and anxiety of women during breast biopsy use of nature virtual reality video.
Focal Breast Pain: Does a Normal Ultrasound Provide Reassurance?
Breast DiseasesMastodynia1 moreThe investigator hypothesizes that a benign directed ultrasound, when performed after a normal digital mammogram, will provide women with focal breast pain additional reassurance that the etiology of their symptom is benign. 160 women over the age of thirty with focal breast pain who present to the Breast Imaging Clinic for evaluation between 3/1/2016 - 7/1/2018 will be selected and randomized to three groups using a block randomization technique. All study participants will complete a survey assessing psychosocial factors, then receive a digital mammogram. Patients with a negative mammogram will continue on with the study and will either have a conversation about their negative mammogram with a radiologist or receive a directed ultrasound. A second survey will be conducted assessing psychosocial factors. All study participants who did not receive an ultrasound will receive an ultrasound so that all study participants are provided with the standard of care for focal breast pain. The results of the survey will be compared and appropriate statistical analyses such as an Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) test will be conducted to determine any statistically significant differences between the three randomized groups. The risks/safety issues of this study are believed to be minimal.
Mastalgia Treatment: Is There a Role for Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment
MastalgiaThere are many current medical treatments for mastalgia, but few have been proven effective. Our objective is to evaluate the effectiveness of osteopathic manipulative treatment as compared to a light touch protocol and standard management in the treatment of women with cyclical and non-cyclical mastalgia. We will compare duration of the pain, severity of the pain and the effect of the pain on quality of life.
The Effect of Metoprolol on Anaesthesia, the Need for Analgesics, and Pain in Breast Cancer Patients...
Breast CancerThe purpose of the study is to test the effects of metoprolol on anaesthesia and the need for perioperative analgesics in patients undergoing breast surgery. With 12 months follow-up the incidence of pain and life satisfaction will be evaluated.
The Use Of Liposomal Bupivacaine For Pain Control
PainBreastThe purpose of this research study is to determine how well the local anesthetic, liposomal bupivacaine, controls postoperative pain after mastectomy and breast reconstruction.