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The Straight Story Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Dec-16-10 12:22 PM
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FDA begins process of revoking Avastin approval for breast cancer treatment
FDA begins process of revoking Avastin approval for breast cancer treatment

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has begun the process of revoking approval of Avastin to treat advanced breast cancer

Federal officials say new evidence indicates the risks do not outweigh the benefits of Avastin for treating metastatic breast cancer.


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Abq_Sarah Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Dec-16-10 10:38 PM
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1. Is Avastin killing patients
Or does the FDA believe the cost doesn't justify the expense on a purely quality of life issue?
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