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Marcia
Being herceptin strongly 3+++ is a good indication that this drug will work for you without any problem of the many side effects as was the A/C more toxic chemo you've experienced. It will not need a port to administer since it is a patient friendly targeted drug that stops the duplication of the HER2 cancer cells. Initially you will have a MUGA or ECHO cardiogram as is recommended. There's no reason to be concerned unless you've had heart problems in your past .
Herceptin is being used as adjuvant tx's and will be soon easily given for earlier stages. As a result of Clinical trials it has been determimined herceptin may help to prevent recurrent disease.
Ovarian Cancer at this point has a protocol of its own that does not include herceptin.
Genetuc counseling should be persued to determine family risks.
Hugs and well wishes
Cristine
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