Improving Outcomes for Women With Metastatic HER2-Positive and HER2-Low Breast Cancer

Stephanie L Graff1,2, Christine McGinn1, Jeanine R Showalter1

  • 1From Lifespan Cancer Institute, Providence, Rhode Island.

Insights

JADPRO Live 2023 highlighted updates in HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer clinical practice. Key topics included new FDA approvals, the significance of HER2-low status, and managing side effects from new HER2-targeted therapies.

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Clinical Practice
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Metastatic HER2-positive breast cancer requires ongoing treatment advancements.
  • Recent developments necessitate updates in clinical management strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize key discussions from JADPRO Live 2023 on metastatic HER2-positive breast cancer.
  • To highlight recent FDA approvals and their clinical implications.
  • To discuss the evolving understanding and management of HER2-low breast cancer.

Main Methods:

  • Review of presentations and discussions from JADPRO Live 2023.
  • Analysis of recent FDA approvals relevant to HER2-positive breast cancer.
  • Examination of evidence-based practices for managing adverse events.

Main Results:

  • Recent FDA approvals offer new therapeutic options for HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer.
  • The clinical relevance of HER2-low status is increasingly recognized.
  • Effective strategies for managing adverse events associated with novel HER2 agents were presented.

Conclusions:

  • Continuous education on new approvals and treatment paradigms is crucial.
  • Understanding HER2-low status is vital for personalized treatment approaches.
  • Proactive management of adverse events ensures optimal patient outcomes with novel HER2 therapies.