articleNew England Journal of MedicineMay 15, 2019BRONZE OA

Alpelisib for PIK3CA -Mutated, Hormone Receptor–Positive Advanced Breast Cancer

Université Paris-Sud · Institut Gustave Roussy · +19 more institutions

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Abstract

Background

mutations occur in approximately 40% of patients with hormone receptor (HR)-positive, human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)-negative breast cancer. The PI3Kα-specific inhibitor alpelisib has shown antitumor activity in early studies.

Methods

-mutated cancer. Secondary end points included overall response and safety.

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Keywords
  • Breast cancer
  • Hormone receptor
  • Hormone
  • Human Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor 2
  • Internal medicine
  • Cancer research
  • Oncology
  • Receptor
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Good health and well-being
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