Small study tests new way to track hormone therapy effects in breast cancer

NCT ID NCT01553903

First seen Apr 18, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study looked at whether it is possible to measure certain cholesterol-related substances, called oxysterols, in the blood of women with breast cancer who are taking hormone therapy like tamoxifen or aromatase inhibitors. The goal was to see if these measurements could help understand how the treatment works. The study involved 29 women and lasted about 9 months.

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Locations

  • Institut Claudius REGAUD

    Toulouse, 31052, France

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