Scientists probe why chemotherapy sometimes fuels aggressive cancer cells

NCT ID NCT02570100

Summary

This study aimed to understand why some breast cancer cells become resistant to chemotherapy. Researchers analyzed tumor and blood samples from 56 women before, during, and after standard chemotherapy treatment. The goal was to learn how certain aggressive 'cancer stem cells' emerge, which could lead to better future treatments.

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Locations

  • Centre Oscar Lambret

    Lille, 59020, France

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