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alw · 07-11-2006, 09:57 AM

I'm sure I am oversimplifying this, but maybe someone can help me out with something that is bothering me.

Given the information we have about cross-talk through the HER family (Her1/EGFR, Her2, and Her3) - is there a reason that oncologists are not routinely testing Her2 positive patients for the other growth factors and treating accordingly (ie with Iressa or Lapitinib or another pan-Her drug)?

Thanks for any help.

Amy

07-11-2006, 09:57 AM	#6
alw Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 63	Her1/EGFR and cross-talk I'm sure I am oversimplifying this, but maybe someone can help me out with something that is bothering me. Given the information we have about cross-talk through the HER family (Her1/EGFR, Her2, and Her3) - is there a reason that oncologists are not routinely testing Her2 positive patients for the other growth factors and treating accordingly (ie with Iressa or Lapitinib or another pan-Her drug)? Thanks for any help. Amy