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Science News for July 7, 2007


Analysis confirms benefits of combining trastuzumab and chemotherapy

A recent meta-analysis confirms that combining trastuzumab with chemotherapy reduces mortality by -34% and increases disease-free survival by 38% in women with operable HER-2 positive breast cancer. This treatment strategy also decreases the risk of locoregional and distant recurrences.

SourceEuropean Society for Medical Oncology·JournalAnnals of Oncology·DateJul 7, 2007

Cancer-fighting virus shows promise in early clinical trial

Researchers have found a new virus, NV1020, to be effective against colorectal cancer with minimal side effects. The treatment has shown promising results in reducing tumor masses and improving patient survival.

SourceEuropean Society for Medical Oncology·JournalAnnals of Oncology·DateJul 7, 2007