NCT07294703 · Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Factors Associated With Breast Cancer Risks and Outcomes
What this study is about
The purpose of this study is to learn more about risks and outcomes of breast cancer in people with different backgrounds. Tissue and blood will be collected from participants for research purposes. Participants will complete questionnaires during their standard medical care. The study will not provide treatment for cancer or any other condition.
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The purpose of this study is to learn more about risks and outcomes of breast cancer in people with different backgrounds. Tissue and blood will be collected from participants for research purposes. Participants will complete questionnaires during their standard medical care. The study will not provide treatment for cancer or any other condition.
Who can participate
This study lists these criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov. A study coordinator reviews eligibility during screening — this page does not determine whether you qualify.
Inclusion criteria
- A patient cannot be considered eligible for this study unless the following conditions are met.
- Patients with a suspicious breast finding who present to breast radiology at MSK for biopsy or any new breast cancer patient who is a surgical candidate seen at MSK.
- Women 18 years of age and older are eligible to participate in the study.
Exclusion criteria
- Patients presenting with a suspicious breast mass or breast cancer less than 1 cm.
- Patients presenting to clinic with only microinvasion
- Patients who are less than 18 years of age
- Patients unable to complete the survey, including IDMC patients.
Where
- Basking Ridge, New Jersey
- Middletown, New Jersey
- Montvale, New Jersey
- Commack, New York
- Harrison, New York
- New York, New York
- Rockville Centre, New York
Frequently asked questions
What is a clinical trial?
A clinical trial is a research study that tests new medical treatments, drugs, devices, or procedures to determine their safety and effectiveness. Trials are carefully designed and monitored to protect participants while advancing medical knowledge.
Is it safe to participate?
Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. Trials must be reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals throughout the study. You can withdraw at any time if you choose.
Will I be compensated?
Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time, travel expenses, and inconvenience. The specific compensation varies by study and will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is typically provided at no cost to participants.
Will I receive a placebo instead of treatment?
When effective treatment exists, participants typically receive either the standard treatment plus the study intervention, or the standard treatment plus placebo. You would not be denied effective care. Placebos are primarily used when no proven treatment is available, or in addition to standard care. Your trial consent form will clearly explain what treatments you may receive.
Can I leave a trial if I change my mind?
Absolutely. Participation in clinical trials is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty or loss of benefits to which you are otherwise entitled.
How long does a clinical trial last?
Trial duration varies widely depending on the study design and purpose. Some trials last just a few weeks, while others may continue for months or years. The study coordinator will provide specific timeline information during your screening call.
Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · synced Apr 17, 2026 · Source of record for eligibility and locations