Human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2) is overexpressed in multiple cancers, including breast, gastric, colorectal, and epithelial ovarian cancers. However, this receptor's complexity doesn't stop there. It has multiple subdomains and various responses to drugs, and the complete picture is yet to be understood.
This week, we explore the original wonder drug (Trastuzumab) in the early breast cancer space and its compatriot, Pertuzumab. Josh highlights the association between pathological complete responses and event-free survival/overall survival, while Michael looks at Neosphere and picks apart the data to help understand where this drug is most beneficial.
Studies discussed in the episode:
NEOSPHERE
GEPARQUINTO
NOAH TRIAL
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