Can a breast cancer drug cross into brain tumors? new study aims to find out.

NCT ID NCT03122197

First seen May 01, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This early-phase study tests whether letrozole, a drug used for breast cancer, can get into brain tumors and work with standard treatments. About 39 adults with recurrent high-grade gliomas will take letrozole before surgery to measure drug levels in tumor tissue. The goal is to see if it's safe and effective when combined with chemotherapy.

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  • University of Cincinnati

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    Cincinnati, Ohio, 45267, United States

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