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[VIRTUAL] Fertility preservation for breast cancer patients before chemotherapy (OnDemand) - Oct 2, 2020 - Abstract #SABCS2020SABCS_807; Wider implications: We systematically investigated various aspects of ovarian stimulation for oocyte retrieval in breast cancer patients undergoing fertility preservation prior to chemotherapy, our review indicated that (1) random-start controlled ovarian stimulation protocol showed comparable oocyte yields with minimal delays of referral to initiate ovarian stimulation; (2) two ovarian stimulation cycles results in higher numbers of retrieved oocytes while back-to-back and conventional two cycles showed no significant differences; (3) combinations with letrozole demonstrated a safer way over tamoxifen and anastrozole in terms of lowering estradiol level during stimulation processes; (4) in vitro maturation of immature oocytes can maximize the numbers of oocytes for cryopreservation; and (5) regarding patients’ genetic backgrounds, those with BRCA mutations have lower AMH levels, but similar in numbers of retrieved oocytes to those without BRCA mutations. Nonetheless, we look forward to higher evidence-level studies to understand the clinical relevance of these protocols for ovarian stimulation in breast cancer patients desiring fertility preservation before chemotherapy.
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[VIRTUAL] Association of OPG rs2073618 and aromatase inhibitor induced musculoskeletal symptoms (OnDemand) - Oct 2, 2020 - Abstract #SABCS2020SABCS_401; Methods : Women with stage 0-III HR+ BC initiating adjuvant endocrine therapy (ET) with tamoxifen or an AI were enrolled in a prospective clinic-based observational cohort...78% received anastrozole, 20% letrozole and 2% exemestane...If confirmed in other cohorts, OPG genotyping may be able to identify individuals with HR+ early BC at increased risk for AIMSS during AI therapy. Alternate ET or interventions to reduce musculoskeletal symptoms may be needed for this population.
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[VIRTUAL] Neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NCT) response in postmenopausal women with clinical stage II or III estrogen receptor positive (ER+) and HER2 negative (HER2-) breast cancer (BC) resistant to endocrine therapy (ET) in the ALTERNATE trial (Alliance A011106) (Channel 1) - Oct 2, 2020 - Abstract #SABCS2020SABCS_151; P3 More effective treatments are needed for this high-risk ER+/HER2- pt population. Support: U10CA180821, U10CA180882, U24CA196171, UG1CA189856, U10CA180868 (NRG); NCI BIQSFP, BCRF, Genentech, AstraZeneca.
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Trial termination, Combination therapy: Open-label Phase 1b Study of ARQ 092 in Combination With Anastrozole (clinicaltrials.gov) - Sep 30, 2020 P1b, N=41, Terminated, There were some clear differences in adverse events and anastrozole may be more appropriate for some women with contraindications for tamoxifen. Completed --> Terminated
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Both the alpha and beta oestrogen receptor subtypes are expressed and functionally active in RPE, neurosensory retina and choroid. Letrozole, a nonsteroidal aromatase inhibitor possibly breaks the blood retinal barrier by inhibiting the biosynthesis of oestrogen resulting in accumulation of the fluid in the retina.Aromatase inhibitors associated Maculopathy is a rare side effect and possibly reverses on stopping of them.
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Enrollment closed, Enrollment change, Combination therapy: Aromatase Inhibitor and Durvalumab in Postmenopausal Breast Cancer (clinicaltrials.gov) - Sep 28, 2020 P2, N=17, Active, not recruiting, Letrozole, a nonsteroidal aromatase inhibitor possibly breaks the blood retinal barrier by inhibiting the biosynthesis of oestrogen resulting in accumulation of the fluid in the retina.Aromatase inhibitors associated Maculopathy is a rare side effect and possibly reverses on stopping of them. Recruiting --> Active, not recruiting | N=46 --> 17
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[VIRTUAL] Long Qt Associated Ventricular Tachycardia Caused by Sex Hormone Therapy (OnDemand) - Sep 17, 2020 - Abstract #AHA2020AHA_74; Anastrozole is an aromatase inhibitor (ANI), used as an anti-estrogen medication in women with breast cancer or as replacement therapy for hypogonadism...ConclusionAlthough reported as safe, ANI hormone therapy can be arrhythmogenic if combined with agents that potentially affect potassium currents. We recommend QT monitoring in such patients to prevent lethal arrhythmias.
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Preclinical, Journal: Role of testosterone and androgen receptor in periodontal disease progression in female rats. (Pubmed Central) - Sep 16, 2020 We recommend QT monitoring in such patients to prevent lethal arrhythmias. Androgen receptor activation is an important factor in the regulation of several inflammatory markers, and its blockage significantly increases bone loss.
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Trial completion date, Trial primary completion date: Endocrine Response in Women With Invasive Lobular Breast Cancer (clinicaltrials.gov) - Sep 16, 2020 P2, N=150, Recruiting, Androgen receptor activation is an important factor in the regulation of several inflammatory markers, and its blockage significantly increases bone loss. Trial completion date: Dec 2020 --> Dec 2021 | Trial primary completion date: Dec 2020 --> Jul 2021
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[VIRTUAL] A Case of Gastric Outlet Obstruction Due to Metastatic Breast Cancer () - Sep 15, 2020 - Abstract #ACG2020ACG_3490; She was diagnosed with IDC6 years ago (ER+/PR-/HER2) and underwent left modified radical mastectomy with axillary lymph node dissection, followed by adjuvant endocrine therapy with anastrozole on the RxPONDER Trial...She received paclitaxel 80 mg/m2 inpatient, and was discharged home to continue weekly treatments...EUS-GJ, involves locating the jejunum via EUS from within the stomach, and then placing a dedicated biflanged Lumen-apposing metal stent (LAMS), across a newly formed fistulous tract. It is an emerging procedure to create a GJ bypass and relieve GOO without the risk of surgical bypass.
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[VIRTUAL] From Bowl to Bloodstream: A Fishy Case of Foodborne Bacterial Translocation () - Sep 15, 2020 - Abstract #ACG2020ACG_3243; This case highlights the rare potential for foodborne bacterial translocation in immunocompromised patients and the life-threatening complications that may result. Additionally this serves as a reminder of the importance of food safety in susceptible hosts and the utility of obtaining a thorough history from all patients.
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[VIRTUAL] A Prospective Study On Metronomic Scheduling Of Non-Chemotherapeutic Drugs In Advanced Epithelial Ovarian Cancers () - Sep 3, 2020 - Abstract #IGCS2020IGCS_690; 100 women with advanced high grade EOC who had completed standard treatment by primary / interval debulking surgery followed by adjuvant chemotherapy were randomised to either receive (study group) or not to receive (control group) the non-chemotherapeutic maintenance therapy (oral Metformin, Anastrazole, Aspirin, Atorvastatin, Vitamin-D, Injection.Zoledronic acid). The use of combination of non-chemotherapeutic drugs as maintenance therapy was found to have no significant impact on the survival or reduction of recurrences in patients with advanced epithelial ovarian cancer.
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Trial completion date: SERENA-1: Study of AZD9833 Alone or in Combination in Women With Advanced Breast Cancer. (clinicaltrials.gov) - Aug 30, 2020 P1, N=168, Recruiting, The use of combination of non-chemotherapeutic drugs as maintenance therapy was found to have no significant impact on the survival or reduction of recurrences in patients with advanced epithelial ovarian cancer. Trial completion date: Apr 2022 --> Mar 2023
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Journal: Effect of local aromatase inhibition in endometriosis using a new chick embryo chorioallantoic membrane model. (Pubmed Central) - Aug 27, 2020 Using a new chick embryo allantoic membrane (CAM) model incorporating xenografted human endometriosis cyst, we showed that topical treatment with anastrozole reduced lesion size, although oestrogens produced by CAM female embryo blunted this effect. Xenografted human endometriosis CAM is a new efficient model for the screening of new drugs targeting endometriosis tissue.
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Trial completion date, Trial initiation date, Trial primary completion date, Combination therapy, Metastases: Hydroxychloroquine, Abemaciclib and Endocrine Therapy in Hormone Receptor Positive (HR+)/Her 2 Negative Breast Cancer (clinicaltrials.gov) - Aug 20, 2020 P1, N=44, Not yet recruiting, Systemic therapy for metastatic breast and thyroid cancers differ and therefore a clear diagnosis of metastasis is crucial. Trial completion date: Jul 2024 --> Jul 2025 | Initiation date: Jul 2020 --> Jul 2021 | Trial primary completion date: Jul 2023 --> Jul 2024
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