Methods and compositions related to glucocorticoid receptor antagonists and breast cancer
US10441596B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 3, 2017 |
| Grant date | Oct 15, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 6, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P35/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Embodiments of the invention are directed to methods of determining the prognosis of a breast cancer patient by evaluating the activity of the glucocorticoid receptor in tumor cells. Other embodiment include methods of treating breast cancer cells, particularly, chemo-resistant cells, with a glucocorticoid receptor antagonist and an anticancer agent or compound.
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