Dr. Eleonora Nicolo

immunofluorescent image of dual-positive cells

Unusual Tumor Cells May Be Overlooked Factors in Advanced Breast Cancer

March 11, 2026

An enigmatic type of circulating tumor cell called a dual-positive cell is associated with shorter survival time in patients with advanced breast cancer, according to a study led by investigators at Weill Cornell Medicine.

Dr. Carolina Reduzzi
Dr. Eleonora Nicolo
Dr. Massimo Cristofanilli
Englander Institute for Precision Medicine
Hematology/Medical Oncology
Patient Care
Research
Sandra and Edward Meyer Cancer Center
News from WCM

Dr. Carolina Reduzzi, Dr. Eleonora Nicolo, Dr. Massimo Cristofanilli, Englander Institute for Precision Medicine, Hematology/Medical Oncology, Patient Care, Research, Sandra and Edward Meyer Cancer Center, News from WCM