Dataset from A Randomized, Open-label Phase II Study of BIBW 2992 Versus Cetuximab (Erbitux) in Patients With Metastatic or Recurrent Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC) After Failure of Platinum-containing Therapy With a Cross-over Period for Progressing Patients

The primary objective of this study is to explore the efficacy of BIBW 2992 compared with cetuximab (Erbitux) in patients with metastatic or recurrent head and neck cancer after failure of platinum-containing therapy. In addition, the trial aims to clarify the influence of EGFR genotype on tumor response to the treatment regimens.