Understanding inequities in precision oncology diagnostics.

Nature cancer
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Abstract

Advances in molecular diagnostics have enabled the identification of targetable driver pathogenic variants, forming the basis of precision oncology care. However, the adoption of new technologies, such as next-generation sequencing (NGS) panels, can exacerbate healthcare disparities. Here, we summarize data on use patterns of advanced biomarker testing, highlight the disparities in both accessing NGS testing and using this data to match patients to appropriate personalized therapies and propose multidisciplinary strategies to address inequities looking forward.

Year of Publication
2023
Journal
Nature cancer
Date Published
05/2023
ISSN
2662-1347
DOI
10.1038/s43018-023-00568-1
PubMed ID
37248397
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