First-line CDK4/6 inhibitor treatment of HR-positive, HER2-negative metastatic breast cancer: real-world data from Ho Chi Minh City Oncology Hospital, Vietnam - Scorecard - MDSpire
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Real-World Outcomes of First-Line CDK4/6 Inhibitor Therapy in HR-Positive, HER2-Negative Metastatic Breast Cancer: Insights from Ho Chi Minh City Oncology Hospital, Vietnam

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  • Thi Hong Duc Phan

  • Hoang Quy Nguyen

  • September 7, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Real-World Outcomes of First-Line CDK4/6 Inhibitor Therapy in HR-Positive, HER2-Negative Metastatic Breast Cancer: Insights from Ho Chi Minh City Oncology Hospital, Vietnam

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionHR-positive, HER2-negative metastatic breast cancer
Key MechanismsEndocrine therapy combined with CDK4/6 inhibition (ribociclib or palbociclib) improves outcomes.
Target PopulationWomen with HR-positive, HER2-negative recurrent or metastatic breast cancer.
Care SettingOncology hospital setting in Vietnam.

Key Highlights

  • Median progression-free survival (PFS) was 28.0 months.
  • Overall survival (OS) rates at 12 and 24 months were 88.8% and 87.8%, respectively.
  • 58.8% of patients experienced grade 3–4 neutropenia, managed with dose adjustments.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • HR-positive, HER2-negative metastatic breast cancer diagnosis confirmed.

Management

  • First-line treatment with CDK4/6 inhibitors combined with endocrine therapy is recommended.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Monitor for treatment-related toxicities, particularly neutropenia.

Risks

  • Potential for grade 3–4 neutropenia and endocrine resistance.

Patient & Prescribing Data

107 women treated at Ho Chi Minh City Oncology Hospital.

First-line therapy included ribociclib or palbociclib with an aromatase inhibitor or fulvestrant.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Consider dose interruption or reduction for managing neutropenia.
  • Utilize CDK4/6 inhibitors in combination with endocrine therapy for improved outcomes.

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