NOt all DCIS is her2+. High grade comedo necrosis DCIS is her2+ at about 70-80% of the time. Probably the lower grades are not as her2+. However, before taking Herceptin, a her2 FISH test would be indicated.
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Robin
2002- dx her2 positive DCIS/bc TX Mast, herceptin chemo
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