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Agendia, Inc. has announced the presentation of new findings from its FLEX Study at the ESMO Breast Cancer 2025 congress in Munich. The study highlights the role of genomic testing in treatment decisions for early-stage breast cancer patients, emphasizing personalized treatment and the benefits of Agendia’s BluePrint assay. Key data suggests that patients with chemotherapy-sensitive Basal-type tumors show improved outcomes, advocating for more intensive chemotherapy regimens. This research aims to enhance patient care and outcomes through targeted genomic insights.
Munich, Germany – Agendia, Inc. has announced that new data from its ongoing FLEX Study will be presented at the upcoming ESMO Breast Cancer 2025 congress, which will be held from May 14 to May 17, 2025, both in Munich and virtually. This presentation will unveil significant findings concerning the impact of genomic testing on treatment decisions for early-stage breast cancer patients.
The FLEX Study (NCT03053193) is a prospective, observational study exploring the correlation between gene expression in early-stage breast cancer and clinical outcomes. This study aims to assess how genomic insights can inform treatment decisions, particularly for patients diagnosed with breast cancer.
Researchers involved in the FLEX Study focused on the efficacy of BluePrint, Agendia’s 80-gene molecular subtyping assay, specifically in chemotherapy-sensitive Basal-type tumors prevalent among patients with MammaPrint High Risk HR+ HER2- breast cancers. The investigation revealed that patients exhibiting these MammaPrint High Risk, HR+ HER2- Basal-type tumors were significantly more likely to achieve a pathological complete response (pCR) after undergoing neoadjuvant chemotherapy.
The findings suggest that Basal-type tumors are more frequently recommended for chemotherapy compared to Luminal B tumors, indicating that such tumors often warrant more intensive chemotherapy regimens to enhance treatment effectiveness. The details of the analysis will be shared in a poster presentation titled “The Impact of the 80-gene signature on pCR and chemotherapy treatment decisions in Early-Stage Breast Cancer: A FLEX Analysis [70P].” The session will include contributions from lead authors and co-investigators involved in the research.
One of the key takeaways from the FLEX Study is the emphasis on personalized treatment planning for early-stage breast cancer. Agendia’s BluePrint assay provides actionable molecular insights that enable healthcare providers to tailor treatment plans based on individual patient profiles.
Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Amsterdam, Agendia operates a laboratory facility in Irvine, California, and specializes in precision oncology, focusing on the development of genomic tests such as MammaPrint and BluePrint. The FLEX Study is touted as the world’s largest whole transcriptome Real-World Evidence-based Breast Cancer database, showcasing a commitment to advancing cancer treatment through extensive genomic research.
BluePrint differentiates tumors into three categories: Luminal-type, HER2-type, and Basal-type, thereby allowing healthcare professionals to define distinct treatment pathways. This classification aims to mitigate the risks associated with under- and over-treatment, thereby optimizing patient outcomes through precise therapeutic protocols.
The Agendia team anticipates that the findings presented at ESMO Breast Cancer 2025 will significantly contribute to the understanding of early-stage breast cancer treatment strategies. By integrating genomic data into clinical practice, the company strives to enhance patient care and improve survival rates in breast cancer populations.
In summary, Agendia’s upcoming presentation at ESMO Breast Cancer 2025 will introduce critical insights from the FLEX Study, showcasing the influential role of genomic testing in treatment decisions for early-stage breast cancer patients. As the medical community continues to evolve in its approach to cancer treatment, advances in genomic research underscore the potential for personalized medicine to transform patient outcomes.
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- Wikipedia: Breast Cancer
- Business Wire: Agendia Spotlights New Data
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