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Old 10-31-2013, 10:38 PM   #1
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Everolimus, Herceptin & Vinorelbine for HER2+ Brain Metastases

A Phase II Study Evaluating The Efficacy And Tolerability Of Everolimus (RAD001) In Combination With Trastuzumab And Vinorelbine In The Treatment Of Progressive HER2-Positive Breast Cancer Brain Metastases (LCCC 1025)
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Breast cancer that has metastasized (spread) to the brain is difficult to treat because most chemotherapy drugs are unable to cross the blood-brain barrier into the brain. Scientists are trying to develop new therapies that will overcome this problem. Everolimus (Afinitor®) is a type of drug called an mTOR inhibitor. It works by interfering with the mTOR (mammalian target of rapamycin) protein, which is responsible for cell growth. Studies have shown that everolimus can cross the blood-brain barrier. Vinorelbine (Navelbine®) and trastuzumab (Herceptin®) are two drugs that are commonly used to treat metastatic HER2+ breast cancer. This trial will evaluate the effectiveness, safety, and tolerability of a treatment regimen that combines everolimus with vinorelbine and Herceptin in patients with HER2-positive breast cancer brain metastases.
This is a Phase II trial
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Re: Everolimus, Herceptin & Vinorelbine for HER2+ Brain Metastases

http://www.cancer.gov/clinicaltrials..._CDR0000696720
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