๐๏ธ Verified NIH Record โข Updated 2026-03-09
Evaluating Mechanical Properties of Post-Mastectomy Skin Flaps to Estimate Reconstruction Risks, the EMPOWER Study (NCT06584396)
EMPOwER: Evaluating Mechanical Properties of Post-Mastectomy Skin Flaps to Estimate Reconstruction Risks
๐ต Active, Not Recruiting Interventional Protocol ๐ Observational Clinical Research Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
๐ฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
This study evaluates the skin and surrounding soft tissue that is removed during an implant reconstruction after a mastectomy.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: M D Anderson Cancer Center โ Houston, Texas
Age range: 18 Years
๐งช Interventions in This Study
- Non-Interventional Study (OTHER)
๐ "Do I Qualify?" โ 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ
๐ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- M D Anderson Cancer Center โ Houston, Texas
๐ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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๐ก How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.