ESTRO Multidisciplinary Management of Breast Cancer 2017

Short and longterm side effects tamoxifen

Most commonly reported symptoms Menopausal symptoms • hot flushes/night sweats • gynecologic complications/vaginal dryness • Depression Range from mild to severe, at times significantly affecting quality of life. Rare but serious toxicities • increased risks of endometrial cancer and thromboembolism (VTE).

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