amplification and response to either tamoxifen or aromatase inhibitors. 85 , 88 – 91 Despite inconsistent data, however, HER2 status has been, and may continue to be, considered in clinical decision-making involving hormonal therapies. 92 Trastuzumab with
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are known inhibitors of hepatic drug metabolism via inhibition of cytochrome P450 enzymes, especially CYP2D6. Tamoxifen is an estrogen receptor blocker commonly used in patients with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer. Tamoxifen undergoes
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lumpectomy alone, both with tamoxifen for 5 years. Locoregional recurrence rates were 1% in the lumpectomy, radiation, and tamoxifen arm and 4% in the lumpectomy plus tamoxifen arm. No differences were seen in overall survival, disease-free survival, or need
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women. 66 , 70 , 71 Among postmenopausal women, it is well established that aromatase inhibitors are more effective than tamoxifen. 66 , 72 , 73 Several studies have explored combination approaches with endocrine therapy and targeted therapy. For
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density changes risk. Tamoxifen has been proven to decrease breast cancer risk and cause decreased breast density in many women. 35 Making the mammogram less dense may also diminish the effect of masking. The antiestrogen effect of tamoxifen in the breast
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