Breast cancer drug enhertu under the microscope: why do patients stop treatment?

NCT ID NCT06386263

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This completed study observed 22 adults with HER2-positive or HER2-low metastatic breast cancer who were taking trastuzumab deruxtecan (Enhertu) as part of routine care. Researchers tracked how many patients stopped treatment early or needed dose changes, and why. The goal is to provide real-world insights beyond clinical trials to help guide treatment decisions.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

trastuzumab deruxtecan (Enhertu)

What this could lead to

If successful, this study could help doctors and patients better understand how well trastuzumab deruxtecan works in everyday practice and why some people stop treatment.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed observational study (22 people) that looks back at existing data, so it cannot prove cause and effect or predict outcomes for new patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

breast cancer breast carcinoma breast neoplasm HER2 positive breast carcinoma

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Research Site

    Oakville, Ontario, L6H1A7, Canada