Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Evaluating HER2DX's impact on treatment decisions for early stage HER2+ breast cancer

Official title: Prospective Observational Monocentric Study to Evaluate the Impact of the HER2DX Assay on Treatment Decisions in Patients With Early Stage HER2+ Breast Cancer: the HER2-BREAST-DX

Run by European Institute of Oncology · NCT06723990 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing how the HER2DX test affects treatment choices for patients with early stage HER2+ breast cancer to see if it helps doctors feel more confident in their recommendations.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment60 (estimated)
SponsorEuropean Institute of Oncology
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Milan, Italy)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 24, 2024
Main results expectedNovember 2027
Study endsNovember 2027
Registry record updatedFebruary 11, 2026
Trial IDNCT06723990 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older with histologically confirmed HER2+ breast cancer at stages I-III.

Probably not a fit

Patients with HER2- breast cancer or those with stage IV breast cancer will not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to assess how the HER2DX assay influences treatment decisions made by physicians for patients with early stage HER2+ breast cancer. It focuses on the decision-making processes within multidisciplinary tumor boards, particularly regarding the type and setting of systemic therapy. The study will evaluate the confidence of clinicians in their treatment recommendations based on the HER2DX results. Patients eligible for neoadjuvant or adjuvant therapy will be included, and informed consent will be required for participation.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance treatment decision-making for patients with early stage HER2+ breast cancer, potentially leading to more personalized and effective therapies.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promising results in using molecular assays to guide treatment decisions in breast cancer, indicating a potential for success with this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients ≥ 18 years of age;
* Histologically confirmed HER2+ breast cancer;
* Stage I-III breast cancer without evidence of distant metastases;
* Being candidate to neoadjuvant/adjuvant therapy and locoregional treatment (surgery +/- radiotherapy);
* Written informed consent, signed by the patient, to study-specific procedures (the consent will consist of 2 levels: level 1 specifically for patients enrolled in the primary endpoint cohort and level 2 for all patients);

Exclusion Criteria:

* HER2- BC;
* Stage IV breast cancer;
* Lack of informed consent because of patient's incapable of discernment or unwilling to participate;

Where it's running

  • Istituto Europeo di Oncologia
    Milan, Italy, Italy
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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