Treatment Considerations and AE Management Strategies with HER2-Directed Therapies

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Heather Moore, CPP, PharmD, presents a comprehensive summary of targeted therapies for HER2-positive breast cancer and provides expert insights into the management of adverse effects associated with these treatments.

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