Delaying Pegfilgrastim May Curb Bone Pain in Breast Cancer

Published Date: 26 Mar 2026

Pegfilgrastim helps prevent myelosuppression in women undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer but can also cause severe bone pain. A new study suggests a simple solution.

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