HER2-Low, A New Classification Of Breast Cancer, Expands The Use Of Enhertu For Metastatic Patients

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/ Updated March 6th, 2023

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Later Stage Treatment: HER2- and HER2 Low - Dramatic Change in Treatment Paradigm

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Later Stage Treatment: HER2- and HER2 Low - Dramatic Change in Treatment Paradigm

  • Experts say HER2- metastatic breast cancer patients should go back to their doctors to see whether their cancer is actually HER2 Low
  • Some women previously classified as HER2- may now qualify for treatment with a new drug called Enhertu that can extend overall survival rates
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