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GlossaryTaxane-based chemotherapy

involves drugs that prevent cancer cell division

Taxane-based chemotherapy, also known as Taxane treatment, involves the use of drugs derived from the yew tree, such as paclitaxel and docetaxel, to treat various cancers. These drugs work by stabilizing microtubules in cancer cells, preventing them from dividing and leading to cell death. This type of chemotherapy is commonly used for breast, ovarian, and lung cancers, but it can also cause side effects like hair loss (alopecia) and neuropathy.

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research Hair Safe Study: Effects of Scalp Cooling on Hair Preservation and Hair Regrowth in Breast Cancer Patients Receiving Chemotherapy - A Prospective Interventional Study

6 citations , April 2022 in “The Breast”

Scalp cooling reduces hair loss during chemotherapy but doesn't help hair regrow after.

research Pathobiology of Chemotherapy-Induced Hair Loss

218 citations , January 2013 in “The Lancet Oncology”

Chemotherapy causes hair loss by damaging hair follicles and stem cells, with more research needed for prevention and treatment.

research New Potential Chemotherapy for Ovarian Cancer: Combined Therapy with WP 631 and Epothilone B

12 citations , March 2016 in “Life Sciences”

The new chemotherapy combination of WP 631 and Epothilone B shows enhanced effectiveness against ovarian cancer but requires more research on its safety.

research Dermatological Adverse Events with Taxane Chemotherapy

141 citations , September 2016 in “European Journal of Dermatology”

Taxane chemotherapy can cause skin, hair, and nail side effects, which are often under-reported and can affect patient quality of life.

Gemcitabine in Combination with Vinorelbine in Elderly Patients with Anthracycline- and Taxane-Pretreated Metastatic Breast Cancer

research Gemcitabine in Combination with Vinorelbine in Elderly Patients with Anthracycline- and Taxane-Pretreated Metastatic Breast Cancer

9 citations , February 2012 in “Cancer Chemotherapy and Pharmacology”

The combination of gemcitabine and vinorelbine is effective and safe for treating elderly patients with advanced breast cancer previously treated with anthracyclines and taxanes.

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