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Repeat chemosensitivity of epithelial ovarian carcinoma in a BRCA1 mutation carrier to paclitaxel/platinum combination chemotherapy
We present here a case of a BRCA1 mutation carrier with repeat responsiveness of recurrent EOC to paclitaxel/platinum. The patient had complete response to the combination of paclitaxel/platinum in the first line. Subsequent four recurrences also showed a complete response to this combination. The chronic toxicity, including hypersensitivity and nephrotoxicity could be controlled by modifying the regimen. In conclusion, recurrent EOC in BRCA1 mutation carriers may retain sensitivity to paclitaxel/platinum com-bination chemotherapy, and this combination could be therapy of first choice in this patient population.