Non-pegylated liposomal doxorubicin plus capecitabine as first-line treatment in metastatic breast cancer
Journal Title: OncoReview - Year 2016, Vol 6, Issue 4
Abstract
Purpose: To determine the toxicity and efficacy profile of non-pegylated doxorubicin in combination with capecitabine administered according to LipAX regimen.
Authors and Affiliations
Piotr Plecka
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