Source-linked briefing Health

UBC‑Developed Test Could Help Many Breast Cancer Patients Avoid Chemotherapy

UBC‑Developed Test Could Help Many Breast Cancer Patients Avoid Chemotherapy

A landmark international trial offers the strongest evidence yet that a test co-invented by UBC’s Dr. Torsten Nielsen can safely spare many high-risk breast cancer patients from chemotherapy. The approach could reduce exposure to serious side effects while tailoring treatment.

Original headline

invented by UBC researchers can help millions of breast cancer patients safely avoid chemotherapy