The Role of Genetic Testing in the Selection of Therapy for Breast Cancer A Review

Articles > Review · 2017

Authors: Polly NIRAVATH, Burcu ÇAKAR, Matthew ELLIS

JAMA ONCOLOGY, Journal Indexed in SCI Expanded, International, 2017, vol 3, pp 262-262

DOI: 10.1001/jamaoncol.2016.2719

Summary

IMPORTANCE The application of next-generation sequencing (NGS) genomic testing for somatic mutations in breast oncology has been slower than anticipated due to issues with clinical applicability and natural heterogeneity of breast cancer. This review summarizes the state of the field and considers approaches for more effective implementation.

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