Search / Trial NCT00002580

Tamoxifen, Ovarian Ablation, and/or Combination Chemotherapy in Treating Premenopausal Women With Stage I, Stage II, or Stage IIIA Invasive Breast Cancer

Launched by SCOTTISH CANCER THERAPY NETWORK · Mar 10, 2004

Trial Information

Current as of December 06, 2024

Completed

Keywords

Stage I Breast Cancer Stage Ii Breast Cancer Stage Iiia Breast Cancer

ClinConnect Summary

OBJECTIVES: I. Compare the potential benefits of adjuvant tamoxifen with or without ovarian suppression and/or cyclophosphamide, methotrexate, and fluorouracil (CMF) in premenopausal women with stage I-IIIA, unilateral, invasive breast cancer.

OUTLINE: This is a randomized, multicenter study. Patients are stratified according to nodal status (positive vs negative or unknown) and hospital region. Patients undergo surgical resection with or without local radiotherapy, as appropriate. Radiotherapy begins within 8 weeks after surgery for patients randomized to arm I or III and within 4 weeks a...

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

  • DISEASE CHARACTERISTICS: Histologically proven unilateral, invasive breast cancer Stage T0-3, N0-1, M0 No carcinoma in situ alone, including Paget's disease of the nipple without underlying invasion No evidence of distant disease, including ipsilateral supraclavicular node enlargement unless proven benign No history of pure carcinoma in situ in either breast Hormone receptor status: Not specified
  • PATIENT CHARACTERISTICS: Age: 70 and under Sex: Female Menopausal status: Premenopausal, defined by 1 of the following criteria: Last menstrual period less than 1 year before surgery Under age 50 with prior hysterectomy (for nonmalignant reason) without bilateral oophorectomy Under age 50 and on continuous oral contraception If at variance with the above definitions, hormonal assays in the premenopausal range take precedence Performance status: Not specified Life expectancy: Not specified Hematopoietic: Not specified Hepatic: Not specified Renal: Not specified Other: Not pregnant or nursing No other serious illness No other prior invasive malignancy except adequately treated basal cell or squamous cell skin cancer
  • PRIOR CONCURRENT THERAPY: Not specified

Trial Officials

W.D. George, MD, MS, FRCS

Study Chair

University of Glasgow

About Scottish Cancer Therapy Network

The Scottish Cancer Therapy Network (SCTN) is a collaborative initiative dedicated to advancing cancer research and improving treatment outcomes across Scotland. By fostering partnerships among healthcare professionals, researchers, and institutions, SCTN aims to facilitate the efficient design and execution of clinical trials, ensuring that innovative therapies are accessible to patients. The network prioritizes patient safety and the integration of cutting-edge scientific advancements, striving to enhance the overall quality of cancer care and contribute to the global body of knowledge in oncology. Through its commitment to collaboration and excellence, SCTN plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of cancer treatment in Scotland and beyond.

Locations

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom

Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom

Paisley, Scotland, United Kingdom

Ayr, , United Kingdom

Falkirk, , United Kingdom

Leicester, England, United Kingdom

People applied

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

Trial updated

Estimated completion

Not reported

Discussion 0

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