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Breast Cancer
Study findings from University of London provide new insights into breast cancer
January 29th, 2009
According to a study from London, the United Kingdom, " When the mechanism of action behind treatment toxicity reflects the intended effect on the treatment target, the toxicity might be a useful marker for efficacy. During endocrine treatment of breast cancer, the occurrence of symptoms related to oestrogen depletion or oestrogen blockade might thus be a predictor of treatment effectiveness." "In this retrospective analysis, the relation between the reported incidence of vasomotor or joint symptoms and breast cancer recurrence in the Arimidex, Tamoxifen, Alone or in Combination (ATAC) trial is assessed. Women with hormone-receptor-positive tumours who reported...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2009-01-29)
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