ReviewTranslational breast cancer research : a journal focusing on translational research in breast cancer2023
Narrative review on the role of immunotherapy in early triple negative breast cancer: unveiling opportunities and overcoming challenges.
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6 citing papers in PubMed, 2 syntheses or guidelines pooled it.
- Efficacy and safety of immune checkpoint inhibitors plus chemotherapy in early-stage triple-negative breast cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Frontiers in oncology · 2026Pooled it
- Neoadjuvant Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors Plus Chemotherapy in Early Breast Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.JAMA oncology · 2024Pooled it
- Breast Cancer Treatments: Drugs Targeting the PI3K/AKT/mTOR Pathway, TNBC Therapy and Future Directions: A Review.Life (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
- Regulation of major histocompatibility complex class-I (MHC-I) gene methylation using DNA methyltransferase inhibitor and PD-L1 inhibitor in triple negative breast cancer.Discover oncology · 2025Article
- The Underlying Mechanisms and Emerging Strategies to Overcome Resistance in Breast Cancer.Cancers · 2025Review
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Abstract
Background and Objective: Triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) represents a highly aggressive breast cancer subtype, historically managed with chemotherapy regimens predominantly involving anthracyclines and taxanes, yielding unfavorable prognoses. This review endeavors to offer a thorough examination of the present state of treatment strategies for early stage triple negative breast cancer (eTNBC), with a particular emphasis on immunotherapy modalities, combination therapies, predictive biomarkers, and ongoing clinical trials. The principal aim of this review is to meticulously assess the available literature, ascertain significant discoveries, and engage in discussions regarding their potential implications for future research endeavors, clinical applications, and policy formulation. Methods: This review was conducted using PubMed and Google Scholar databases, with the latest update performed in March 2023. The search strategy was designed to ensure a comprehensive analysis of the literature, with a focus on recent advancements. Key Content and Findings: We critically assess the current eTNBC treatment landscape, covering efficacy and limitations of monotherapy, combination therapies, and predictive biomarkers. We highlight promising results from recent trials, address controversies surrounding chemotherapy, and explore optimal approaches for adjuvant and neoadjuvant therapy (NAT). Insights into personalized treatment strategies, ongoing trials, and future perspectives are provided, advancing our understanding of therapeutic options for eTNBC. Conclusions: Through a comprehensive analysis of the literature, this review highlights the potential of immunotherapy, particularly in combination with chemotherapy, as a promising approach for treating eTNBC. However, further research is warranted to optimize treatment strategies, refine patient selection criteria, and identify reliable biomarkers for predicting response to immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs). The findings of this review hold significant implications for future research, clinical practice, and policy-making, offering valuable insights into the current challenges and advancements in eTNBC treatment. Ultimately, this knowledge can contribute to improved patient outcomes, enhanced quality of life, and the development of more effective therapeutic approaches for eTNBC.
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