Research Summaries

FDA
FDA
07/18/2017
The US Food and Drug Administration recently approved a new treatment option for patients with early stage HER2-overexpressed/amplified breast cancer. For recommended dosage and common adverse events, read...
07/18/2017
Breast cancer
Breast cancer
07/14/2017
In a recent trial, researchers may have found a safe and effective alternative treatment for certain breast cancer patients who are not suited for systemic chemotherapy. For results of the trial, including...
07/14/2017
Breast cancer
Breast cancer
07/11/2017
After the results from a phase III randomized trial demonstrated its efficacy, the American Society of Clinical Oncology updated its guidelines to include a new genomic test. For information regarding...
07/11/2017
Breast cancer
Breast cancer
06/23/2017
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has recently released updated clinical guidelines on breast cancer screening in women facing average risk.
06/23/2017
Breast cancer
Breast cancer
06/05/2017
A recent study evaluated the safety and efficacy of a biosimilar to trastuzumab for the treatment of early stage breast cancer.
06/05/2017
Breast cancer
Breast cancer
05/09/2017
The first combination pack for the treatment of advanced or metastatic breast cancer in postmenopausal women has been approved by the FDA.
05/09/2017
Breast cancer
Breast cancer
05/05/2017
Metformin use has been suggested to improve outcomes for women with diabetes and breast cancer.
05/05/2017
FDA
FDA
04/03/2017
The FDA converted Ibrance to regular FDA approval and approved a supplemental New Drug Application for the drug, broadening its range of antihormonal therapy.
04/03/2017
Breast cancer
Breast cancer
03/14/2017
The FDA approved ribociclib, taken with an aromatase inhibitor, for the treatment of advanced or metastatic breast cancer in post-menopause women.
03/14/2017
Breast cancer
Breast cancer
03/08/2017
In a recent study, researchers examined whether a compound found in soy, isoflavone, could potentially reduce all-cause mortality risk in breast cancer survivors.
03/08/2017