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A study of why an uncommon type of lymphoma happens after having breast implants (BASILICA)

Overview

Cancer types:

Blood cancers, Breast cancer, Lymphoma

Status:

Open

Phase:

Other

Details

This study is looking at why anaplastic large cell lymphoma occurs in a small number of women after having a breast implant put in.

Recruitment start: 1 September 2021

Recruitment end: 28 February 2026

How to join

Please note: In order to join a trial you will need to discuss it with your doctor, unless otherwise specified.

Chief investigators

Mr Aadil Khan

Supported by

Institute of Cancer Research (ICR)

The Royal Marsden Hospital (RMH)

Last reviewed: 30 Jan 2026

CRUK internal database number: 17642

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