Breast cancer drug showdown: which pill is kinder to your memory?

NCT ID NCT00893061

First seen Mar 17, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study looked at how different hormone therapies for breast cancer affect memory in postmenopausal women. 44 women were randomly assigned to take either an aromatase inhibitor (letrozole, anastrozole, or exemestane) or tamoxifen. Researchers tested memory and thinking skills after 6 and 12 months of treatment to see which drug had fewer side effects on the brain.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Centre Eugene Marquis

    Rennes, France

  • Centre Oscar Lambret

    Lille, 59020, France

  • Centre Paul Strauss

    Strasbourg, France

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