Complete resolution of breast cancer bone metastasis through the use of beta-interferon and tamoxifen

Eur J Gynaecol Oncol. 1993;14(6):479-83.

Abstract

A case report is described referring to a patient affected by single bone metastasis to the cranium from breast cancer. A traditional pharmacological approach was tried but proved clinically disappointing, though radiological and scintigraphic investigation confirmed a complete regression of the metastasis following a combined therapy with beta-interferon and tamoxifen for six months. Results suggest that beta-interferon and tamoxifen may offer an alternative effective approach in treating metastatic breast cancer.

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Antineoplastic Combined Chemotherapy Protocols / therapeutic use*
  • Bone Neoplasms / drug therapy
  • Bone Neoplasms / secondary*
  • Breast Neoplasms / drug therapy*
  • Breast Neoplasms / pathology
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Interferon-beta / administration & dosage*
  • Tamoxifen / administration & dosage*

Substances

  • Tamoxifen
  • Interferon-beta