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Several factors can increase the risk of cancer in an individual. About 50% of cancer cases can be prevented by adopting a healthy lifestyle, regular exercise, eating healthy, and following a modest cancer prevention diet. Epidemiological studies have consistently shown that populations with vegetable and fruit-rich diets have reduced the incidence of cancer. On the other hand, populations who have a diet rich in animal fat, red meat, junk food, or high calories are predisposed to cancer.
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Preventive therapy for breast cancer: a consensus statement.

Jack Cuzick1, Andrea DeCensi, Banu Arun

  • 1Centre for Cancer Prevention, Wolfson Institute of Preventive Medicine, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK. j.cuzick@qmul.ac.uk

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Preventive therapy, not chemoprevention, is recommended for breast cancer. Tamoxifen and raloxifene are FDA-approved options, with newer agents and other drugs showing promise in ongoing breast cancer prevention trials.

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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Breast cancer prevention strategies are evolving.
  • Medical interventions are a key focus for reducing breast cancer incidence.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a consensus statement on breast cancer preventive therapy.
  • To review current and emerging medical interventions for breast cancer prevention.

Main Methods:

  • Consensus development by breast cancer experts.
  • Review of existing literature and clinical trial data for preventive agents.

Main Results:

  • Selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs) like tamoxifen and raloxifene are FDA-approved for preventive therapy.
  • Tamoxifen shows higher efficacy but more side effects; raloxifene has fewer side effects.
  • Newer SERMs, aromatase inhibitors, bisphosphonates, and metformin show promise but require further evaluation.

Conclusions:

  • The term "preventive therapy" is preferred over "chemoprevention" for breast cancer management.
  • Ongoing trials are crucial for assessing the efficacy and safety of novel preventive agents.
  • Contralateral tumors in breast cancer patients may serve as a model for future prevention trials.