Monoclonal Antibodies, Small Molecules, and Vaccines in the Treatment of Breast Cancer

Monoclonal Antibodies, Small Molecules, and Vaccines in the Treatment of Breast Cancer Francisco J. Esteva Oncologist 2004; 9 (Suppl 3): 4-9 Author Information and Disclosures Target Audience: Physicians who wish to advance their current knowledge of clinical cancer medicine in breast cancer and are involved in providing patient care in a cancer care environment. Method of Physician Participation: Read course materials, complete course quiz and evaluation form (optional). Learning Objectives After completing this course, the reader should be able to: Describe the specificity and benefits of the monoclonal antibody trastuzumab in treating patients with metastatic breast cancer Identify the potential advantages of dual HER tyrosine kinase inhibitors over single HER receptor inhibitors for treating metastatic breast cancer. Explain the design considerations of clinical trials for therapeutic vaccines to assess effect in patients with various stages of breast cancer. The NIH/FAES designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CME Activity Information Accreditation CME Instructions For Credit Privacy Statement Hardware/Software Requirements Release Date: May 26, 2004 Most Recent Review: May 26, 2004* Most Recent Update: May 26, 2004 Date Credit Expires: Apr. 10, 2007 Time to Complete: 1 hour Medium: Internet Online *Click here to learn more about our review process.

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