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[A case of lung and pleural metastases from breast cancer responding to toremifene].
Author: HigashiY, InoueK, KurosumiM, KusawakeT, SuemasuK, SugamataN, TabeiT
Original Abstract of the Article :
A patient with lung and pleural metastases from breast cancer treated effectively with toremifene is reported. A 62-year-old woman underwent mastectomy for breast cancer, and had high levels of estrogen and progesterone receptor. After 2-years of adjuvant UFT therapy, lung and pleural metastases wer...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11242650
データ提供:米国国立医学図書館(NLM)
Toremifene: A Beacon of Hope in the Desert of Metastatic Breast Cancer
Breast cancer, a disease that can feel like an insurmountable desert, often spreads to other parts of the body, a journey known as metastasis. This study explores the potential of toremifene, a medication that blocks the effects of estrogen, to treat lung and pleural metastases in a patient with breast cancer.
The researchers, like explorers searching for a hidden oasis in the desert, documented the case of a woman with breast cancer who developed lung and pleural metastases. They found that toremifene, like a beacon of hope in the darkness, effectively targeted the cancer cells, leading to the disappearance of the metastases. This case report offers a promising glimpse into the potential of toremifene to treat metastatic breast cancer, providing a beacon of hope for patients facing this challenging disease.
A Beacon of Hope: Toremifene for Metastatic Breast Cancer
This case study suggests that toremifene could offer a valuable treatment option for patients with metastatic breast cancer. The researchers’ findings highlight the potential of this medication to effectively target cancer cells, leading to a significant reduction in tumor size and potentially improving patient survival. Further research is needed to confirm these findings and to investigate the long-term effectiveness of toremifene in treating metastatic breast cancer.
Navigating the Desert of Metastatic Breast Cancer: Finding Hope in Treatment
This research offers a glimmer of hope for those battling metastatic breast cancer. The researchers’ findings underscore the importance of exploring new and effective treatment strategies for this challenging disease. We must continue to search for new oases of knowledge to improve the lives of those affected by metastatic breast cancer.
Dr.Camel's Conclusion
This case study suggests that toremifene could be a valuable tool in the fight against metastatic breast cancer. The researchers’ findings offer a beacon of hope for patients facing this challenging disease, emphasizing the importance of continued research to develop new and effective treatments.
Date :
- Date Completed 2001-04-05
- Date Revised 2013-11-21
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