Expanded Indications of Molecular-Targeted Drugs in Perioperative Therapy of Breast Cancer

In recent years, numerous molecular-targeted drugs have become available for the perioperative therapy of breast cancer, bringing about a revolution in breast cancer treatment. Based on comprehensive gene expression analysis, breast cancer is classified into four subtypes, and there are limitations...

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Main Authors: Eiichiro Noguchi, Sadako Akashi-Tanaka
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Society of Tokyo Women's Medical University 2024-06-01
Series:Tokyo Women's Medical University Journal
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Online Access:https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/twmuj/8/0/8_2024003/_pdf/-char/en
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Summary:In recent years, numerous molecular-targeted drugs have become available for the perioperative therapy of breast cancer, bringing about a revolution in breast cancer treatment. Based on comprehensive gene expression analysis, breast cancer is classified into four subtypes, and there are limitations regarding the drugs that can be used depending on the subtype and the cancer progression. Therefore, it is necessary to identify and select the appropriate drugs for each subtype. This review explores the expanded indications of four recently available molecular-targeted drugs in breast cancer treatment.
ISSN:2432-6186