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Clinical Trials/NCT07659652
NCT07659652Not yet recruitingNot Applicable

Prospective Evaluation of Quality of Life in Patients With Breast Cancer Brain Metastases and Leptomeningeal Disease

University of California, San Francisco1 site in 1 country200 target enrollmentStarted: October 15, 2026Last updated:

Trial Snapshot

Phase
Not Applicable
Status
Not yet recruiting
Enrollment
200
Locations
1

Study Overview

Brief Summary

Central nervous system (CNS) metastases including breast cancer brain metastases (BCBMs) and leptomeningeal disease (LMD) are common affecting up to 30% of patients with metastatic breast cancer (MBC). The goal of this research is to understand symptom burden and quality of life trajectories in this population and how treatments guide care management decisions.

Detailed Description

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:

I. To describe overall symptom experience and quality of life (QOL) over time in breast cancer patients with brain metastases and/or leptomeningeal disease.

SECONDARY OBJECTIVES:

I. To evaluate the impact of cancer-directed treatments over time on quality of life, physical function, and cognitive function in patients with breast cancer brain metastases and/or leptomeningeal disease including:

  • The impact of whole brain radiation versus stereotactic radiosurgery on QOL.
  • The impact of brain metastasis surgical resection on QOL.
  • The impact of CNS-penetrant systemic therapies on QOL.
  • The impact of craniospinal irradiation and other treatment modalities for LMD on QOL.

Study Design

Study Type
Observational
Observational Model
Cohort
Time Perspective
Prospective

Eligibility Criteria

Ages
18 Years to — (Adult, Older Adult)
Sex
All
Accepts Healthy Volunteers
No

Inclusion Criteria

  • Be male or female 18 years of age or older.
  • Have stage 4 (metastatic) breast cancer with spread to the brain parenchyma and/or leptomeninges.
  • Have the intention to start or continue anticancer therapy.
  • Be able to provide informed consent.
  • Be able to speak and read English.

Exclusion Criteria

  • Participants who are not on any anticancer therapy and are not planning to start any anticancer therapy will be excluded from the study.

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Not specified

Secondary Outcomes

  • Changes in PROMIS - Cognitive function scores over time by non-investigational treatment regimen(Up to 5 years)
  • Changes in MDASI-BT scores over time by non-investigational treatment regimen(Up to 5 years)

Investigators

Sponsor Class
Other
Responsible Party
Sponsor

Study Sites (1)

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