Ovarian Cancer

Combined molecular-targeted and hormonal therapies offer promise in treating ovarian cancer

Published in Gene Therapy Weekly, May 24th, 2007

A combination of molecular-targeted therapy and hormonal therapy may be the most promising area of research for those seeking an effective treatment for ovarian cancer, according to a new review in the International Journal of Gynecological Cancer.

"Several clinical trials have confirmed the role of hormone therapy in recurrent ovarian cancer treatment, especially in patients with low-grade tumors," says review author Dr. Siqing Fu, an assistant professor of oncology at the University of Texas at Houston. "However, more research is needed to determine whether combining molecular-targeted therapy with hormonal therapy would be a more effective option."

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Source: Gene Therapy Weekly (2007-05-24)

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